19" Hankook Dynapro ATM RF10

[cjc_td5]

Today I bit the bullet and got my new Kankooks installed. As alluded to in my post in the Duratrac thread, I could not guarantee a supply for the Goodyears which is no good if you shred one tyre and need a spare urgently. The hankooks were readily available from Perth.

I've only done about 15kms so far and they feel good. No doubt I'll get some wet roads and country miles under them very soon.

The original Wranglers got to 59,000km.

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=108675&stc=1&d=1461849352

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachment.php?attachmentid=108676&stc=1&d=1461849352

[JamesH]

I'm almost at 58000km and was going to get some tyres in the next week, but you've just thrown down a challenge!

[Grentarc]

I have found that mine are getting quite rounded shoulders (inside and outside) with 42psi rear and 40psi front, so I have bumped the pressures up another 5psi front and rear - makes for a bit more of a harsh ride, but I will see if the wearing improves.

One thing I have noticed - with the higher pressure, the sidewalls do not bulge anywhere near as much

[mfpoli]

The original Wranglers got to 59,000km.




I'm almost at 58000km




Chris / James - I assume your referring to road worthy-ness (ie. tread is down to the mound markers in the tread channel). What's the handling like though? Must be quite little slippery in the wet?!. Based on the current wear rate, I should get similar mileage with my Wranglers, but would question how well it handles after say 45,000km.


Thanks
Mario

[cjc_td5]

Chris / James - I assume your referring to road worthy-ness (ie. tread is down to the mound markers in the tread channel). What's the handling like though? Must be quite little slippery in the wet?!. Based on the current wear rate, I should get similar mileage with my Wranglers, but would question how well it handles after say 45,000km.


Thanks
Mario

We have had a wet April here and I did not have any traction issues with the Wranglers in the wet, but I was always aware that they were lacking tread depth and may be susceptible to aquaplaning. Mine probably had 2mm of tread depth left but I did not want to push things further into our wet winter season. I also do a bit of onsite/off-road work and wanted the change to the protection of an AT tyre.

Chris

[LandyAndy]

They look the part Chris.
Please keep us informed how they go,good or bad.
Cheers
Andrew

[scomac]

Hey Chris
Looking at doing the same, did you get yours in Bunbury? and what did they slug you for them?

[RHS58]

My Wranglers are at 46000km and have plenty tread left but after 3 punctures in 3 weeks will be replaced before a road trip in June.
Hankooks will be the go.

[cjc_td5]

Hey Chris
Looking at doing the same, did you get yours in Bunbury? and what did they slug you for them?

Yes in Bunbury. Paid $340 each.

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[Grentarc]

Do you know if you got the 4 ply?
The reason I ask, is that I just noticed on Tyresales that they have a 4 ply version, and I am wondering if it is sidewall or tread, as it is $70 less.

Edit - sent an email to Hankook to ask this question

[Chris078]

Do you know if you got the 4 ply?
The reason I ask, is that I just noticed on Tyresales that they have a 4 ply version, and I am wondering if it is sidewall or tread, as it is $70 less.

Edit - sent an email to Hankook to ask this question


RF10 = 10 ply tyre.

Put these on my Perentie a while back. fairly happy with them. quite quiet, good grip on wet tarmac, haven't had them off road so cannot provide feedback on that.

They are a 'bulgy' tyre. they do seem to take a lot more pressure than most to flatten out the sidewall, particularly when weight is applied (load in the back) which is a shame as running 40-45 PSI does give quite a hard ride. I suppose that is a reflection on the fact that they are and LT (light truck) tyre even with their off-road/AT capabilities.

[Grentarc]

RF10 = 10 ply tyre.


No, the "regular" RF10 in 255/55R19 is 6ply tread and 2 ply sidewall (8 ply total) and isn't LT rated - I have a set on my D4

[RHS58]

So there's 2 versions of RF10 in 255/55/19??
Hankook website seems to show only one.
I did note that Tyre Sales had 2 at different prices, however.

Confused now.

[Grentarc]

So there's 2 versions of RF10 in 255/55/19??
Hankook website seems to show only one.
I did note that Tyre Sales had 2 at different prices, however.

Confused now.
Yes, so hopefully I can get an answer from Hankook after the weekend to find out the full story, as "4 ply" doesn't state where these 4 plies live. If it is in the tread area, then there is no way I would want that, but if it is sidewall, then I would be very happy to replace my current ones (when they wear out) with a stronger sidewall version

[mfpoli]

I did some research on these tyres a few months back and understood the side walls to be 3 ply, with 4 ply along the edge of the sidewall where it meets the tread. This is particularly useful given the narrow tread width and the resulting sidewall bulge which exposes the sidewall to increased puncture risk.

Light truck? Not sure as they are still 111 load rated, but happy to be proven wrong. Finally we can get light truck tyres in 19"

[Graeme]

6ply tread and 2 ply sidewallPlies aren't additive - the sidewall plies are also under the tread being 2 of the 6 plies.

[cjc_td5]

Do you know if you got the 4 ply?
The reason I ask, is that I just noticed on Tyresales that they have a 4 ply version, and I am wondering if it is sidewall or tread, as it is $70 less.

Edit - sent an email to Hankook to ask this question

I asked the tyre shop this as I saw the two tyres on tyresales. He said there was only one tyre available in that size.

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[Grentarc]

Plies aren't additive - the sidewall plies are also under the tread being 2 of the 6 plies.
Yes, I may have worded it incorrectly:
Tread plies: 6 (2 Steel + 2 Polyester + 2 Nylon)
Sidewall plies: 2 (the 2 Polyester plies from above)
Was in regards to if "RF10" means tread+sidewall, then mine would be called RF08

[Grentarc]

I asked the tyre shop this as I saw the two tyres on tyresales. He said there was only one tyre available in that size.

What does it say on the side of the tyre?
Here's mine
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[apom]

What does it say on the side of the tyre?
Here's mine
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

Could have at least cleaned it before you took the photo :p

Good to know the most basic information is sometimes right in front of our eyes!

[Grentarc]

Could have at least cleaned it before you took the photo :p

It was much dirtier until yesterday when I went for a drive in the rain!
That counts as cleaning, right?:angel:

[cjc_td5]

What does it say on the side of the tyre?
Here's mine
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/attachments/d3-d4-rrs/108737d1462000921-19-hankook-dynapro-atm-rf10-side.jpg

Same as yours.

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[LandyAndy]

Their Aussie website says a 111 load rating,XL(extra load) for that size.
Andrew

[RHS58]

That's how I understand it.
Only one 255/55/19.
Tyresales selling same tyre at 2 different prices.

[Grentarc]

It's not just Tyresales that advertise a 4 ply version though, which is why it got me wondering about it.
There is Tyresales (AU and NZ), Adens Tyres(NZ) and Amazon had them, but now don't have RF10s in 255/55R19

I have just noticed now, that they have what seem light duty RF10s in other sizes that are only 4 ply. This makes me think that the 4 ply is in reference to the normal 6 ply construction, not a beefed up sidewall. I did also notice that at least some LT rated RF10s are indeed a 10 ply construction.

[Chris078]

It's not just Tyresales that advertise a 4 ply version though, which is why it got me wondering about it.
There is Tyresales (AU and NZ), Adens Tyres(NZ) and Amazon had them, but now don't have RF10s in 255/55R19

I have just noticed now, that they have what seem light duty RF10s in other sizes that are only 4 ply. This makes me think that the 4 ply is in reference to the normal 6 ply construction, not a beefed up sidewall. I did also notice that at least some LT rated RF10s are indeed a 10 ply construction.


wow. I thought all RF-10s had 10 ply construction.
It seems the big tyres (rim size) that you guys need cost considerably more than the smaller rim sized ones.
the LT235/85/R16s RF10s I have on my Perentie were only $235 ea fitted and balanced.

[Meken]

wow. I thought all RF-10s had 10 ply construction.
It seems the big tyres (rim size) that you guys need cost considerably more than the smaller rim sized ones.
the LT235/85/R16s RF10s I have on my Perentie were only $235 ea fitted and balanced.


And there's more tyre to make !

[scomac]

Their Aussie website says a 111 load rating,XL(extra load) for that size.
Andrew

All the 19inch tyres are rated at 111 are they not? If so, which one has the strongest side wall or are they all the same? Maybe needs another thread of its own but I think alot are probably over the subject. Still, opinions are always welcome.
Cheers
Scott.

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[JamesH]

All the 19inch tyres are rated at 111 are they not? If so, which one has the strongest side wall or are they all the same? Maybe needs another thread of its own but I think alot are probably over the subject. Still, opinions are always welcome.
Cheers
Scott.





My understanding from reading thousands of lines of threads is that probably the strongest sidewalls (19") are to be found on the GY Duratracs but they are pricey and not always easy to find. I get the impression they are the best choice for off-roading in the general toughness catagory. The best compromise option for those who do want to go off-road is Hankooks. They are reasonably priced and reasonably available and have a good rep on this site (for offroad).


One observed con of the Hankooks is that they are bulgier which is a perceived risk on shale and rocks and some keep the pressures up over the usual recommendation for these conditions.


Mate has got some General Grabbers which he seems happy with but has not challenged them off road yet. You don't hear as much about them here for or against. (again I'm talking 19's. I always sigh when comments about 18s and 17s seep in to a 19 thread)

[Grentarc]

All the 19inch tyres are rated at 111 are they not?
Maxxis have just released the AT980 in 255/55R19, and it has a 115 load rating - the highest I have seen a 19" so far. Something like $310 fitted at Jax Tyres

[scomac]

Maxxis have just released the AT980 in 255/55R19, and it has a 115 load rating - the highest I have seen a 19" so far. Something like $310 fitted at Jax Tyres

Maybe worth looking into! Thanks,

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[scarry]

Maxxis have just released the AT980 in 255/55R19, and it has a 115 load rating - the highest I have seen a 19" so far. Something like $310 fitted at Jax Tyres

They have a tread pattern,and square edges similar to BFG A/T,at a very good price.:)

i wonder if they call them an LT?

[Grentarc]

i wonder if they call them an LT? No, they still call them XL, I think they have LT in 18" though
Edit - I started a new thread to discuss the Maxxis offering so as to steer clear of discussing it more here - I am sure the OP is sick of reading about every other make of tyre available.

[Colin Pedersen]

Have posted here on this topic previously - had 3 sidewall punctures on these 19" Hankooks, told I've been unlucky? Still feel disappointed about them and raised with Hankook who never responded. Chris, I hope you don't experience the same issue. Have some GG's on the front now and have not had a issue.

My only suggestion is to not air down past 32 PSI if you intend to head offroad in anything more than a well graded fire trail.

[Drizzle]

No, they still call them XL, I think they have LT in 18" though
Edit - I started a new thread to discuss the Maxxis offering so as to steer clear of discussing it more here - I am sure the OP is sick of reading about every other make of tyre available.



Just to clarify, Maxxis 19" have since been confirmed as LT.

The Maxxis thread is here:
http://www.aulro.com/afvb/d3-d4-rrs/235378-19-maxxis-tyres.html

[carlschmid2002]

I bought a set of 18" 265/60/18 for $250 a tyre at Bob Jane Ipswich. I have always had BF Goodrich but couldn't justify the expense. I bought them on a recommendation from a mate in the mining industry. It would seem they are pretty tough. It interesting to read what pressures people are running. Mine always look a little flat. The D3 is so heavy.

[RHS58]

Anybody got any recent prices on the Hankook RF10's?

[JamesH]

Anybody got any recent prices on the Hankook RF10's?

Perth prices, $357. Maxxis $339 so I guess you guys in the east would pay about $250?:angel:

[RHS58]

Perth prices, $357. Maxxis $339 so I guess you guys in the east would pay about $250?:angel:

Yeah right.
I wish.

Ron

[RHS58]

Hankook RF10

Tyresales $421 or $333 for the same tyre??
Jax $305
Local TyrePower $318

[Grentarc]

The $333 says it is for a 4 ply version. The $421 would be for the 6 ply "regular"

[RHS58]

.???.??
BUT.....As far as I can ascertain, there is only one version of RF10 Hankooks in 255/55/19
So I don't know how tyresales has 2 versions to sell.
Happy to be enlightened, as I am about to order a set.
Ron

[Rextheute]

Some may be overseas version or close to expiration date ?

Allegedly ......

I am in the market for 19's also - there is a note on the tyres
" may be up to 4 yrs old but could be less than 12 months "

Keep in mind that a retailer ( bricks and mortar ) may not honour an internet purchase .

Not being negative , but tyres are expensive and generally you will be relying on them to get you out and back from a trip .

[RHS58]

Will be purchasing from my local retailer - 10 km round trip. Drop off and pick up from work.
Price is competitive, and I won't have to waste half a day and 120km round trip to save $100.
And my experience with the local blokes is that I'll be looked after if there's problems.

[Grentarc]

After seeing the 4 ply reference a few weeks back, I did some digging and found some US reviews - the main concern was the 4 ply had a maximum pressure of 45 psi, whereas my 6 ply have a max of 50 psi.

[RHS58]

Interesting that you say there's 4 vs 6 ply.
No mention on Hankook website or anywhere except Tyresales of these 2 options, and Tyresales makes no specific differentiation except re prices and a mention that one is 4 ply, but doesn't say the other is 6 ply.
I have my tyre retailer looking in to this.
Ron

[scomac]

For Perthites Tyre Power Osi Pk have them for $310 ea. They quoted me $400 for the Maxxis! but no stock.
Cheers
Scott.

[cjc_td5]

For Perthites Tyre Power Osi Pk have them for $310 ea. They quoted me $400 for the Maxxis! but no stock.
Cheers
Scott.

That's a good price (for WA). A whisker cheaper than I recently paid in Bunbury.

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[JamesH]

For Perthites Tyre Power Osi Pk have them for $310 ea. They quoted me $400 for the Maxxis! but no stock.
Cheers
Scott.


Bob Jane Ozzy Park and Perth both quoted $357 for Hankook 19s a couple of weeks ago. I got 5 of the last 7 Maxxis from Tyre Power Canning Vale last week for $339. That quote may come down when they actually have stock. They were dangling a carrot to get you onto the Hankooks IMHO.


If you can afford the time and you mean to go on outback roads I'd definitely wait until you look at the Maxxis but for this price and the odd bit of sou-west gravel every now and then I reckon Hankooks would be your best go.

[Grentarc]

So, after a couple months of slowly increasing tyre pressure to try and reduce the shoulder wear on my RF10s, I have found that even with 45psi in the front and 47 in the rear, it does not help one bit. So I have now dropped the pressures back to 34/37 psi. I had forgotten how fantastic the ride is in these cars, but have decided that I will just resign myself to the fact that these tyres must hate roundabouts, but will do so in comfort once again.

[~Rich~]

So, after a couple months of slowly increasing tyre pressure to try and reduce the shoulder wear on my RF10s, I have found that even with 45psi in the front and 47 in the rear, it does not help one bit. So I have now dropped the pressures back to 34/37 psi. I had forgotten how fantastic the ride is in these cars, but have decided that I will just resign myself to the fact that these tyres must hate roundabouts, but will do so in comfort once again.



Did you find any difference in fuel consumption with the higher pressures?

[Grentarc]

Did you find any difference in fuel consumption with the higher pressures?
I will report back in a week or so, as I cannot remember what it was like before I increased the pressures. I doubt that there could ever be enough of an improvement in fuel consumption to warrant the terrible ride though.

[curryinahurry]

Hi everyone
I went ahead and replaced the OEM tyres on my 2014 D4 to the RF10's
So far I have done only highway kms and I like it a lot!!:D
I will give you an update after some time.
Currently running even 40 psi on all 4.

[GP1200]

I have done about 40,000km + on my RF10's and been very happy with the Hankooks.

Just returned from Exmouth towing a Swan camper, some national park tracks
( lots of shale rocks ) but nothing to serious. Just noticed the right rear deflating
over a few days when we got back to Perth, so went to the local tyre shop, and it's been pronounced dead, disappointing but the worst part is there is no replacement tyres available here in Perth or at Hankook themselves across Australia.

My friendly Bob Jane here has sourced a replacement from NSW, I could have ordered 1x off tyresales, but would prefer to support my local tyre guy.

Anyone else having trouble sourcing them lately?

I will inspect the damaged tyre and post pictures when the new replacement turns up in a week or so.

Looking at the other 3x tyres, they look like they will last another 30 to 40km,
But will they, who knows until you get that far down the track, I've had the General Grabers, but once they started to wear they sounded like a wheel bearing on the way out!

So looks like Hankooks for a while longer. ( if you can still buy them )

[RHS58]

Tyresales still has 2 "types" of RF10's.
4 ply at $333, the other $421.
Hankook rep advises there's only 1 version of 255/55/19.

[Grentarc]

Did you find any difference in fuel consumption with the higher pressures?

So, after a couple tanks of mixed driving, I have not had an increase in fuel consumption, in fact I have returned an approximate 1.5 L/100 km better figure. I am not sure if I have subconsciously been driving differently, or maybe I have done a little more out of town driving, but I haven't noticed myself doing either.

[GP1200]

Had a double whammy !
A nice tear down to the belts and a self tapper.

[Grentarc]

Had a double whammy !
A nice tear down to the belts and a self tapper.
I got home about 15 minutes ago, and as I stepped out of the car I heard a hiss going a little longer than the EAS leveling, walk around the back to find this drill bit in the rear left, went in shank first!

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[GP1200]

Must be Day Of The Hankook!
Hope you have more luck getting a tyre than me,
Mine was $357-00 ( we always pay a bit more in Perth - cause we are special )

The local guy got mine from Sydney, as Hankook here were out of stock.

[Grentarc]

Must be Day Of The Hankook!


Looks like it!
I was able to plug mine, as I find it easier than struggling with the spare, and the drill bit left a neat hole, unlike your tear. I did notice a couple surface slices in the sidewall, nothing to worry about, except I haven't taken these on sharp rocks yet!

[LandyAndy]

Looks like a 10mm bit Justin,is it any good????
Front wheel must have flicked it up.
Andrew

[Grentarc]

Looks like a 10mm bit Justin,is it any good????
Front wheel must have flicked it up.
Andrew
It's only a 5mm bit (can just make out the 5.0 and the start of Sutton on the shank), with half the length snapped off and ground smooth by me driving home.
If I was desperate for a 5mm I would be able to grind a new tip, but I would be pretty desperate with the shank chewed apart by the owner who lost it...

[RHS58]

Well I've put a set of Dynapro RF10's on my D4.
Had them 3 weeks now and done 2500 km, towing 2t of van, mostly black top, some unsealed roads a a bit of off roading. Lot of wet roads.
Yes they are slightly bulgy in the sidewall, but probably no more than the OEM Wranglers. I'm running 38 psi front, 42 rear.
Maybe slightly more noise than the Wranglers, but marginal at most and does depend on the road surface.
I've not noticed any difference in handling, and stopping seems fine.
One thing, the sidewalls are very hairy - I've never had tyres before with so many nipples / spew vents - I'll either have to ignore these or spend a few hours plucking them off. Think I'll ignore them.

Ron

[StewG]

I've been looking to replace the OEM 19" Wranglers on my MY13 D4 and aided by the Aulr forum have selected Goodyear Duratrac, Maxxis AT980 and General Grabber as possible replacements with a bias towards off-road rather than all highway as the originals are aimed. Well, I am told that General Grabber AT3 are not available until mid-June (I'd like them now), the AT980 seem a bit too chunky, and Duratracs best price so far is $442 each fitted. I want 5. To complicate the decision, an offer of Hankook Dynapro AT-M RF10 at $339 has been made. I'm in a quandary. Do I take the Dynapros or get a mortgage to pay for the Duratracs or buy the AT3s in QLD during the big lap? I'm planning on doing Cape York Peninsula, Gibb River Road and a few other off road tracks but using mostly highways in between while towing a 2.5 tonne off-road caravan. The D4 is currently home in Melbourne.

[rhinosm]

Hi Stew
I paid about $340 per tyre for Duratrac's from Bob Jane Essendon, last year.
May be worth a call.

Vin

[LRD414]

The Maxxis may be a more aggressive tread pattern but they are the only LT spec tyre of the group you've listed. For that reason it would be my pick for your intended locations if I was still on 19s. Regarding the cost difference, is it really that much in the overall big picture of such a big trip if you consider one better than the other?

Scott

[StewG]

The Maxxis may be a more aggressive tread pattern but they are the only LT spec tyre of the group you've listed. For that reason it would be my pick for your intended locations if I was still on 19s. Regarding the cost difference, is it really that much in the overall big picture of such a big trip if you consider one better than the other?

Scott

Thanks, Scott. I'm thinking again about the MAXXIS at less than $300 each I might be able to put up with the extra road noise and less worry about off-road driving. They do have reasonably good reviews - better than the Hankooks from what I've read.

P.S. - 5 x AT980 are now on order!

[StewG]

Hi Stew
I paid about $340 per tyre for Duratrac's from Bob Jane Essendon, last year.
May be worth a call.

Vin

Vin, I tried the local Bob Jane on a couple of occasions, but got sick of waiting to be served - they are always too busy! Maybe it's because their prices are low... [biggrin]

[Plane Fixer]

I have had the MAXXIS 19" fitted and did a WA trip of about 9000km I found the road noise was not as bad as expected and also dependent on road surface. The most was at about 60-80kmh. I also ran placard pressures and even then the ride was firm, but not uncomfortable.
As I have two sets I have gone back to my city boots (Toyo H/T) which are very quiet.

[StewG]

I had a set of 5 x MAXXIS LT255/55R19 115/112S 10PR fitted. The noise level is bearable and the tread pattern impressive. Fingers crossed that they will give good service. There have been good reports in another thread in this forum.

[ATH]

This is something that's giving me some heartache as well. Stay with the 19" or buy 18"? Seems that plenty of owners are still using the 19s without a problem so I may well do that.
I had Maxxis Bravo 17" on a Prado some time ago and they were a good tyre but the 19" tyre which seems to have the same pattern tread looks as if it's only got the same amount of pattern but spread over a wider tyre. Big gaps between each tread line. Good tyre though and much more supple than the BFGs I normally have.... softer sidewalls obviously.
Might go for the GGs as I've had a good run from them on the Defender in the past.

[scomac]

This is something that's giving me some heartache as well. Stay with the 19" or buy 18"? Seems that plenty of owners are still using the 19s without a problem so I may well do that.
I had Maxxis Bravo 17" on a Prado some time ago and they were a good tyre but the 19" tyre which seems to have the same pattern tread looks as if it's only got the same amount of pattern but spread over a wider tyre. Big gaps between each tread line. Good tyre though and much more supple than the BFGs I normally have.... softer sidewalls obviously.
Might go for the GGs as I've had a good run from them on the Defender in the past.

Hi Alan, I have the Maxxis 19", you are more than welcome to come and have a look at them, I have done about 12K on them. I'm in Warwick.
Cheers
Scott.

[ozscott]

I have had General Grabbers AT2, Maxxis 751, Scorpions , and Michelin XPC and now Duratracs. All in LT. The Duratracs are the best all rounder in my view. All on 16 inch rims on d2. Cheers

[rhinosm]

Stew
Essendon Bob Jane can get Duratracs in 24hrs, currently $375.

[JamesH]

Hi Alan, I have the Maxxis 19", you are more than welcome to come and have a look at them, I have done about 12K on them. I'm in Warwick.
Cheers
Scott.

I'm in the same boat. About 12000km on mine and I live in Mt Lawley. Happy for you to check them out and go for drive to assess noise.

JH

[Wheelan]

After having a run of punctures, I just came to the conclusion the RF10s are soft, which they are. On a trip on the border track my car was the only car to have any tyre damage, front and back at the same time! which left me to carry out the repair shown. It got me 170kms offroad to the nearest town though, couldn't believe it.
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Anyway, I have spent the last year in a new Prado (shut your mouth!) which has 121 rated LT 17' offroad tyres and have had more punctures in this, nails, bolts, running over expansion joints in the Bolte bridge, you name it. My tyre bloke loves me. So the other conclusion I have come to is, it's more about luck than anything else.
Will be checking out the Maxxis when I get back into a Disco soon.

[cjc_td5]

I have just done 2000+km of unsealed roads through central Australia on my 19" Kankook DynaPros. The tyres have done 40,000km. I was travelling solo for a fortnight, so the vehicle was loaded but not critically so. I ran 42-44PSI in the rears and 38PSI in the fronts (cold) and did not vary them for the unsealed surfaces or rocky tracks. The majority of the unsealed roads were fast gravel, sitting on about 104km/h so I was uncomfortable reducing pressures below highway pressures. With the loads I was carrying, I felt that reducing pressures would roll the tyres and expose the sidewalls to rocks when changing direction. The downside of this philosophy was probably some damage to tread blocks on the rear tyres.
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The front tyres are undamaged and wearing normally.

Overall I am really happy with how the tyres performed. There was about 250km of rough rocky fast roads on the eastern end of the Gary Junction Road that was traversed unscathed. It was gnarly enough to rip a brake pad sensor off and a rock getting caught between a caliper and a wheel rim causing a hell of a grinding racket until I could pull up and clear it.

I expect to get another 25,000-30,000km from the tyres before hey wear down to the indicators.

Cheers,
Chris

[pprass]

I have driven about 44,000 kms on the Hankook Dynapros 255x55x19 that I bought last year and am impresses at how well the tread has lasted - even the back tyres as I travel towing a 3 tonne van a lot of the time. Just finished a trip to Cape York up the Development Road and even with the horrendous section between Laura and Cohen there was no damage to the tread - ie no chipping or tearing of he tread.

An odd thing has happened though - I punctured one of the rear tyres in a very nasty spot close to the shoulder and the tyre repairman wouldn't touch it so I had to buy a new tyre. This was in Alice Springs and it cost about $440 to get another one including freight. The odd thing about this new replacement is that it bulges on the side walls more than the others. I can have the pressure at 45 psi, but it still looks like it is down to about 30 psi! So many well intending passers by tell me that that the tyre is flat [bigsad] I haven't checked the details on the tyre to compare it to the others, but I wonder if it is a different rating?

Peter

[DiscoMick]

Not LT? Check the tyre.

[pprass]

Not LT? Check the tyre.

Just had a look - it is identical to the others except for one number. The new one has RF10 09257 and the older ones have RF10 09258

BTW - can't see anywhere on the tyre where it says LT?

[DiscoMick]

Should be in the size as in 235/85/16LT.
I have no idea about the other numbers you mention.

[cjc_td5]

To my knowledge there is no LT tyre in this size. There has been some discussion about different ply ratings. Perhaps check this on tyre sidewall?

[LRD414]

To my knowledge there is no LT tyre in this size.
Correct, except for the Maxxis 980.

[cjc_td5]

Correct, except for the Maxxis 980.
I was refering to the Hankook Dynapro tyres only. 😉👍

[pprass]

Should be in the size as in 235/85/16LT.
No - it just says 255/55/19 111H