Thread: 19" Maxxis AT Tyres

Originally Posted by LRD414

I look for recommendations from people who've actually used the tyres in the same size particularly and on the same vehicle and usage if possible, rather than tyre shops.

I think load rating can be seen as a proxy for tyre robustness/toughness because it's difficult to compare apples with apples any other way. Ie, higher load rating likely to have better sidewall strength etc. I know that's not what is actually being measured but it's an indicator. Hence the interest in the Maxxis for 19s.

There's other threads with feedback on the Hankooks, Duratracs, Pirellis and GGs that are worth reading too.

Cheers,
Scott

Hey Scott I've just been reading your build posts - fascinating with still more to get through. I've only recently joined this forum after finding a link to it on Google when searching about tyres and I'm encouraged by how informative and helpful everyone is. So much to learn but thankfully members are willing to share their knowledge. Thank you all.

Originally Posted by Jaybee

The Jax Tyre guy originally came from Cairns and says he's seen lots of Pirelli ATR's tackle the Telegraph track and out west successfully so didn't think I needed anything more hardcore.

Probably depends on what size tyres was he referring too and what vehicles they were fitted to? Some Pirelli ATR sizes are LT rated, which the 19" tyres are not and furthermore the D4 is a relatively heavy vehicle. I had two 18" ATR's terminally damaged up the Telegraph Track last year. I found they were a very good light-AT tyre that maintained good road handling manners for city driving which makes them a popular choice. They're also great for sand driving and some light off road use but I won't be choosing them for remote journeys again.

As previously suggested, if you're intending on towing a 3T caravan off the black stuff I'd be inclined to look for something more robust.

Originally Posted by Drizzle

Probably depends on what size tyres was he referring too and what vehicles they were fitted to? Some Pirelli ATR sizes are LT rated, which the 19" tyres are not and furthermore the D4 is a relatively heavy vehicle. I had two 18" ATR's terminally damaged up the Telegraph Track last year. I found they were a very good light-AT tyre that maintained good road handling manners for city driving which makes them a popular choice. They're also great for sand driving and some light off road use but I won't be choosing them for remote journeys again.

As previously suggested, if you're intending on towing a 3T caravan off the black stuff I'd be inclined to look for something more robust.

Following your lead, I googled Pirelli AT reviews and found that it was indeed an LT version in a 17 or 16 inch Scorpion AT that won the best 4WD tyre. Of the non LT rated tyres I'd have to say that I like the idea of the General Grabber AT's but have yet to find someone in Brisbane's West who has them to talk directly. There are so many different opinions about tyres and I agree that personal experience is the best guide. I've got a couple of months before I have to replace the tyres so I'll keep my eye out for what others are using. This forum has been most helpful in making me aware that there is a big difference in the load rating between most tyres at 111 and the Maxxis 980's rating of 115. Which according to Bob Janes' web site it's 1090kg compared to 1215kg for the Maxxis.

Whilst that is a good indicator don't forget the rims are only rated to high 900s anyway

Originally Posted by Tombie

Whilst that is a good indicator don't forget the rims are only rated to high 900s anyway

This is true, but I found it intriguing that Cooper Tyres would recommend a tyre with a lower load rating (their 18" AT3) over their 19" tyre when towing 3+ tonnes.

Originally Posted by Grentarc

This is true, but I found it intriguing that Cooper Tyres would recommend a tyre with a lower load rating (their 18" AT3) over their 19" tyre when towing 3+ tonnes.

At the time I didn't know too much about the Cooper Tyre range other than they were originally recommended by Mr 4x4 before he changed to General Tyres (more sponsorship dollars?).

I signed up for the Coopers newsletter and last week they sent an email saying that I could ring a direct number to talk to a 4WD expert to whom I gave my specifications and that's the tyre he suggested. Of course I don't have 18 inch rims so that suggestion didn't help. I did find some genuine D4 LR 18 rims on eBay which I'm now guessing came off a wrecked 2.7ltr D4 but don't know if they would have fit anyway. Are the brake sizes different? I note that the door plate on my D4 says that I can fit 255/60/18 112V tyres but to what rims, other than the quality ones from GOE. I've now spent a bit of time trolling through various posts on this site and have learned a lot from these posts. Thanks all.

Originally Posted by Jaybee

I did find some genuine D4 LR 18 rims on eBay which I'm now guessing came off a wrecked 2.7ltr D4 but don't know if they would have fit anyway. Are the brake sizes different? I note that the door plate on my D4 says that I can fit 255/60/18 112V tyres but to what rims, other than the quality ones from GOE. I've now spent a bit of time trolling through various posts on this site and have learned a lot from these posts. Thanks all.

You're running a 3.0l I assume? They won't fit over our beast of front brakes. Check out GOE and the Compomotive wheels if you consider 18's.

Originally Posted by Ben_Vapid

You're running a 3.0l I assume? They won't fit over our beast of front brakes. Check out GOE and the Compomotive wheels if you consider 18's.

Yes running the 3.0 ltr diesel so I thought as much. Had to be larger brakes for the larger engine. I'm still looking into the 19 inch General Grabber AT's or the Maxxis 980's. Hoping to find someone local who has them fitted so that I can get a first hand look as no-one holds any stock in the tyre shops and a chat with a user and a drive is always the best way to see how they perform.