Thread: Won’t be retro...

Originally Posted by scarry

For example,a 265/65/18 LT tyre would suit many off roaders,and is a very common size.

That is very close to D5 OEM diameter and fits D4 without any major issues. So it should be fine for the Defender too. What would be better is the next common size up in 18” but I’ll be happy enough with 265/65

Scott

Originally Posted by LRD414

That is very close to D5 OEM diameter and fits D4 without any major issues. So it should be fine for the Defender too. What would be better is the next common size up in 18” but I’ll be happy enough with 265/65

G’day Scott. A 265/65R18 is gonna be nearly half an inch smaller than the standard 32” size we’re seeing on these Defender shots. I suspect maybe you’re keen on that size because of an LT option... any particular tire in mind?

Sadly there are no KO2 LTs that will comfortably fit the Defender on 18” rims, other than that 265/65. Looks like a bunch of potential options from the Nitto Terra Grappler G2s though.

Originally Posted by V8Ian

I went from 18" to 16" for the ability to air down and a greater choice of tyre, the cost benefit is a bonus too.
If you want a vehicle that can travel at a velocity that requires a profile lower than 70%, then buy a car dedicated to that type of travel. A four wheel drive is a compromise, low profile tyres are a specialised component, out of step with the all purpose nature of off road capable vehicles.

Landrover seem to be building a vehicle that is very low compromise with the new defender imo. Time will tell.

Would pricing be considered a compromise?

I know we know sod all about this but given we can all assume it won’t be priced like the previous Deefer, that comes into the equation IMO.

Originally Posted by blackrangie

Landrover seem to be building a vehicle that is very low compromise with the new defender imo. Time will tell.

All 4X4s are a comprimise vehicle these days. Defenders are at the off road capable end of the spectrum, as such the tyres should be matched to the intended use. Range Rovers are at the opposite end of that spectrum, with Discoverys and Freelander bridging the gap. If you're after a high speed tourer, with off road capability, look further across the spectrum.

Originally Posted by Homestar

Would pricing be considered a compromise?

I know we know sod all about this but given we can all assume it won’t be priced like the previous Deefer, that comes into the equation IMO.

Seems to me LR are trying to market very similar (upmarket/ expensive) vehicles with different bodies.

Originally Posted by V8Ian

All 4X4s are a comprimise vehicle these days. Defenders are at the off road capable end of the spectrum, as such the tyres should be matched to the intended use. Range Rovers are at the opposite end of that spectrum, with Discoverys and Freelander bridging the gap. If you're after a high speed tourer, with off road capability, look further across the spectrum.

I was referring to the new defender specifically.

I have spent many years and much $'s building the ultimate low compromise vehicle, from where I'm sitting the new defender will leave it for dead, in most scenarios.

Hence why I'm interested and excited.

Originally Posted by Homestar

Would pricing be considered a compromise?

Landrover are on record saying the new defender will be priced from volume buyers through to high end, so should be fine in that regard too.

If you want more stuff, you have to pay for it, but good to know it will start at a reasonable level.

My wording is low compromise, not no compromise.