This size is currently not offered by BFG. When I called their consumer relations department at 1877-788-8899, the person I spoke with submitted a suggestion to the marketing department on my behalf. She said that if enough interest is shown they might possibly build an allterrain in that size. Call or email them if interested in that size.


I realize the 285's will work on the stock rim, but would rather have the taller and narrower tire instead


Hoss

Why would you want a taller and narrower tire? http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/smileys/Confused.gif


Most people are going to taller (some) and wider (most). So what is your angle for this? http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/smileys/Geek.gif

Fuel economy would be one good reason.


It's slightly wider than the stock tire, yet slightly taller than a 285 series tire.


Not many companies offer tires in the 255/85-16 series. The best one I've seen is the Big O Bigfoot XT. They are very popular around here and everyone I"ve spoken to says great things about them.

superior traction in ice and snow would be the other major benefit


Hoss

I'd be interested in the AT ko's as well. When shopping for tires I found the only 255/85 tires were mainly mud terrain style. Would rather stay away from 285's on the stock wheels (had 285 AT ko's on my '02), and as Hoss said, the narrow tires are much better in snow than the fattys.Edited by: Minn-Kota

It has been bugging me for some time that I cannot find a decent 255/85/16 E tire. These would be much more functional than a wider tire except for mud and sand. I bet on road handling would improve in all weather especially ice and snow. And fuel mileage would be close to optimum. I need all my payload and then some so I would have to opt for a 265/75/16 E, over a 255/85/16 D. The 255 tire would fit the stock rim better as well. --SS

No ice in TEXAS. http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/smileys/Cool.gif

When my original highway tires (245s) wear out, I'll be considering the 255/85s or the 265/75s for replacement - especially with stock suspension. I've found Dunlop and Cooper have the 255/85s. I don't believe I need the 285/85s but they sure look good.


Marc

I've had a set of TrXus MT's in 255/85 for the last 2 years. I prefer the taller, skinnier tires. For the type of mud I usually deal with they work better than a wider tire. As stated above, the problem is selection. Most tire makers only offer that size in a mud tire, some don't offer it at all. I've will have to replace my tires before the end of the year. Plan to go with 255's again. These are some non-mud tires available in 255: Cooper Discoverer S/T, Toyo M55, Big O XT, Dunlop Radial Rovers, Kelly MSR's.


I'm fairly certain I'm going to go with the Cooper S/T's. The picture on the web page does not do them justice. Are much more aggressive than most AT's.


http://www.coopertire.com/us/en/ProductDetails.asp?ProdType=LtTruck&id=190


For what its worth, I was dissapointed in the TrXus. Good mud tire, but I got poor wear. Very hard to balance as well. I have a friend running the same tire in a 285 and he has a much heavier foot than I do and has gotten better life out of his. I'm not upset as they lasted 2 years, not bad for the price ($500 for 4, mounted and balanced)

They are perfect for doolys with aftermarket wheels (Neeper, American Racing and such). A little bit more manly. Super Diesel

Consider the Michelin LTX MS 285/75. It isn't as aggressive as most of the other tires which makes them very quiet and they aren't as wide as most 285's either. I have a set with 50k miles on them and it looks like I may go 65-70k. They cost a little more but will last twice as long as most typical truck tires.

I'd LOVE to see a set of 255/85's with a single weight rating of 3400+ lbs. They all seem to hover around the 3000lb rating.....WHY?