255/85 tyres - BFG MT, Cooper ST, or Bighorns

[rar110]

OK I have two tyres that need replacing on the 110 and the others have probably 12 mths left. So the opportunity is there for a new set. I am currently running 235/85 ATs.

From a search of aulro it seems people who have put 255/85s on 110 Defenders prefer them over other sizes.

Also, the extra gearing from a taller tyre seems to be an advantage for the 4 speed LT95.

I am not that keen on a mud tyre as most of my driving is on road. I am not after lots of km from a tyre as I only do 10 to 15000km per year.

So which is the choice of tyre in 255/85: BFG M/T KM2, Cooper ST, or Maxxis Bighorn?

thanks.

[justinc]

I have had a bad run on ST's, so not using them again. Bighorns may not do the km that BFG M/T do, I have almost 60k and they are wearing VERY well. I do HEAPS of bitumen driving, and they are lasting well.
I have just ordered some more.

And yes, I am happy with the 255/85/16 diameter with my LT95 BUT have to use low range in reverse up steep hills or when backing trailers as it is as you know a very high gear:eek:.

JC

[Psimpson7]

You cant get the KM2 in 255 85 yet. Probably about a month away it would seem.

I would definetley go for the KM2, and probably even take the current BFG over the others.

They are getting very expensive though. $370 each for BFG's now.

[Disco_owner]

BFG Mud-Terraine' tyres must be one of the most overpriced Tyre currently on the market :(, just my Opinion , personally I'd be going to Good year Wrangler MTR soon.

[justinc]

sorry , BFG MudTerraine's must be one of the most overpriced Tyre currently on the market :(, just my Opinion , personally I'd be going to Good year Wrangler MTR soon.

If Goodyear made a 255 85 16 i'd happily give them a try. The issue is that IMHO the BFG is the best tyre out of those 3 that are the only available on the market in that size, worse luck.

JC

[Disco_owner]

If Goodyear made a 255 85 16 i'd happily give them a try. The issue is that IMHO the BFG is the best tyre out of those 3 that are the only available on the market in that size, worse luck.

JC

That's right JC , I just looked at their catallogue and 255/85/16 tyre size is not available in MTR range.:(

[wayne]

I have had a bad run on ST's, so not using them again. Bighorns may not do the km that BFG M/T do, I have almost 60k and they are wearing VERY well. I do HEAPS of bitumen driving, and they are lasting well.
I have just ordered some more.

And yes, I am happy with the 255/85/16 diameter with my LT95 BUT have to use low range in reverse up steep hills or when backing trailers as it is as you know a very high gear:eek:.

JC

Hey JC
Just not clear are you running BFG or Bighorns

[Psimpson7]

BFG Mud-Terraine' tyres must be one of the most overpriced Tyre currently on the market :(, just my Opinion , personally I'd be going to Good year Wrangler MTR soon.

Unfortunatley its not just the BFG's that are overpriced. Pretty sure the Bighorns are wll clear of 300 now, 330 rings a bell, and at that money the BFG is better value, due to the life of them.

[justinc]

Hey JC
Just not clear are you running BFG or Bighorns

Sorry Wayne, BFG Mud terrain.

JC

[Disco_owner]

Psimpson @ $285 each for Maxxis Bighornes in 255 x 85 x 16's ,IMO they are definitely better value than the $370 quoted for BFG Muddies in that size. :p

[Psimpson7]

Yep thats not a bad price. Is that a recent quote?

[Disco_owner]

Yep thats not a bad price. Is that a recent quote?

yes , Quote "as off" this Morning.:)

[Psimpson7]

I need to find a better supplier of tyres!:o:)

[rar110]

I did a quick ring around this morning. Prices have risen a lot since I was looking 6 mths ago.

In 255/85 STs are $321, BFG KM2 are $350, Bighorns are $300.

At those prices I might have to reconsider going back to a 235/85 in something like a Yoky Geo12 at $260.

[isuzurover]

I did a quick ring around this morning. Prices have risen a lot since I was looking 6 mths ago.

In 255/85 STs are $321, BFG KM2 are $350, Bighorns are $300.

At those prices I might have to reconsider going back to a 235/85 in something like a Yoky Geo12 at $260.

Try Ryano at Fourbys moorooka. Most of the outerlimits guys use him and his prices are pretty hard to beat. Just tell him you are an OL member.

I have 255/85 Bighorns. Very happy. I did 15000 km on them over 3 weeks in January (perth - adl - melb - tas - syd - per). They wore a fair bit but still have at least 70% tread. I ahve done 20-25k km on them in total. They have good grip on and off road, however I have managed to stake 1 and puncture another - so IME not quite as tough as an MTR.

[rar110]

thanks Ben. Tried Fourby's. No better on price.

[isuzurover]

thanks Ben. Tried Fourby's. No better on price.

Did you get a quote from Ryan? He quoted me $233 a tyre, but that was almost 2 years ago. However he was miles cheaper than anyone else.

[rar110]

No it wasn't Ryan, he wasn't around. The bloke said it didn't matter who quoted price.

[isuzurover]

No it wasn't Ryan, he wasn't around. The bloke said it didn't matter who quoted price.

I would Pm Ryano via outerlimits and see if he can do you a better price.

[Lightweight]

I ran BFG AT's 255/85/16 on sunraysia rims, I had nothing but trouble with them rolling off as soon as I got below 20psi, and my fair share of pierced sidewalls in rocky/woody country i changed too cooper STT's (LT version) and they where nothing short of excellent in both hilly/rocky country and on the beach. Also travelled 10,000K's on a Simpson trip without incident.