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Review of the BF Goodrich
Mud-Terrain T/A (R) KM

The extremely popular BFGoodrich (R) Mud-Terrain T/A (R) KM is the tire of choice for
many offroaders who want decent off-road performance while maintaining good
street manner. This radial MT with its semi-aggressive tread is a good choice
for all-around use including dry loose dirt, light mud, sand, and light to
moderate rock. Another benefit of the BFG Mud Terrain T/A KM is its longevity
with a longer wear factor on the trail and on the street over most Mud Terrain
tires. Be aware that the 3-ply sidewalls are somewhat vulnerable to sharp rocks
when compared to MTs with tread designs in the sidewall that offer additional
protection. Sizes available up to 37x12.50R18/D.

Manufacturers description of this tire:

BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A (R) KM

An outstanding off-road tire

TriGard (R) construction

Tough, aggressive appearance and traction even in extreme conditions

The ultimate off-road tire. Gives the traction and confidence to go anywhere,
and get back, even through the most extreme off-road conditions. DiggerLugz
power through deep gumbo mud, dirt, sand, and over rocks. Tough, aggressive
appearance. Still just as "streetable" with longer treadlife and lower noise
(compared to Radial Mud-Terrain T/A(R)). TriGard(R) construction for serious
durability.

Named one of the 10 most influential off-road products.

What it is: The only tire named by jeep-enthusiast magazine "JP" as
one of the 10 most influential off-road products

of all time for its outstanding off-road traction and race-proven performance.

Who it's for: 4WD enthusiasts who want a more aggressive tire that
delivers serious off-road traction.

Features:

DiggerLugz (TM) (upper sidewall traction bars and treadclearing shoulder void
bars)

Rim protector

DiggerLugz(TM) upper sidewall traction bars and bold sidewall graphics

Improved high-void tread design with larger footprint, interlocking tread
elements and advanced compounding

Dual-tread radius

Computer-optimized tread design

BFGoodrich Tires' TriGard (R) construction - innovative 3-ply polyester
carcass

Single strand beads on all dimensions (single wire wrapped continuously)

Benefits:

Maximized traction and steering control in deep dirt, mud and sand

Improved wheel and tire protection from off-road hazards, especially
during aired down situations

Aggressive good looks

Incredible rock climbing and slick surface traction

More even wear

Reduced road noise

Exceptional bruise resistance under the tread and in the sidewall

Improved ride smoothness and tire uniformity

Manufacturer Contact Info:

BFGoodrich
Corporation

Consumer Relations Department

P.O. Box 19001

Greenville, SC 29602-9001
www.bfgoodrichtires.com

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Anonymous

Review Date: Thu February 1, 2007

Would you recommend the product? Yes | Price you paid (per item)?: None indicated | Rating: 8

Pros:	Great all round tire.
Cons:	not too good in snow and ice, rim protector not as good as I'd hope

These are indeed a fair choice in a "compromise tire", i.e. one which sees both pavement and off-pavement conditions. My only complaint about the current BFG MT design is the so-called "rim protector". While it may protect the rim in some situations, it tends to behave like a "probe" which, when it makes contact with a rock or the side of a rut pushes the sidewall in away from the rim, thereby inviting the entry of foreign material into the bead, which results in a slow leak. These tires do not perform as well as you would expect on pack snow or ice, but then what tire does? I'd say these are a good choice for the occasional off-roader who doesn't usually air down. If BFG lost the rim protector, I'd buy another set. Until then, I'm tire shopping for my next set.

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