Factory 33s on the Power Wagon are LT265/70R17 (Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac). When they wear out, the upgrade most owners actually want is a 33"–34" all-terrain — quieter on highway, better wet/snow than the DuraTrac, and no need to re-gear. KO2 is the reference, Falken AT3W is the value pick, Toyo AT3 is the premium choice.
The Power Wagon comes from the factory with a Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac in LT265/70R17 — a hybrid AT/MT that's surprisingly capable but loud on highway and short-lived (40k miles is typical). When you're shopping replacements, the four mainstream AT options that actually fit factory wheels and clear the fenders with no rub are: BFG KO2, Falken Wildpeak AT3W, Toyo Open Country AT3, and Nitto Recon Grappler.
BFG KO2 (LT285/70R17 = 32.7") — the AT reference standard. Aggressive tread for an AT, excellent snow rating (3PMSF), 50k-mile typical life on a Power Wagon. Loudest of the four on highway above 65 mph. About $380/tire = $1,520 for a set of four.
Falken Wildpeak AT3W (LT285/70R17 = 32.7") — same size, ~25% cheaper, slightly less aggressive shoulder lugs, comparable highway noise, 60k+ life. The value choice — this is what most Power Wagon owners on the forums end up with.
Toyo Open Country AT III (LT295/70R17 = 34.3") — biggest of the four, premium tier. The slightly bigger 34.3" diameter is the largest you can fit on factory fenders + factory wheels without trimming. Quieter than KO2, similar life, 30% more expensive. The choice if you want max diameter without going to 35s (which requires fender trimming and 4.56 re-gear).
Nitto Recon Grappler A/T — newer entry, slightly more aggressive shoulder than KO2, decent snow, similar price to KO2. Smaller user base on Power Wagons so less long-term data, but well-reviewed.
For a moderate-trail Power Wagon build, the Falken AT3W is the value sweet spot. For overland, the Toyo AT III's larger diameter is worth the premium. For rock-crawler builds, skip the AT and go straight to 37" MTs (see pw-tires-mt).
The Power Wagon weighs ~6,900 lb and has a front GAWR around 4,500 lb, so tire load rating is not optional. Every size above must be LT-metric, Load Range C or higher — never run a P-metric (passenger) tire on this truck. The factory DuraTrac is Load Range C; matching or exceeding it keeps you inside the door-jamb load spec.
Set cold pressure by load, not by the 80 psi on the sidewall. For an unloaded-to-lightly-loaded Power Wagon on 285s, most owners run ~45-50 psi front / 40-45 psi rear and verify with a chalk-line test across the tread. Always torque to 140 lb-ft on the M14x1.5 lugs and re-torque after the first 50 miles.
Honest answer: not for any AT size on this list. The Power Wagon's factory 4.10 axle ratio (with the 33" factory tire) tolerates a one-up to 285/70R17 or even the 34.3" Toyo without a meaningful drivability hit — you lose a sliver of low-end and the speedo reads ~3% slow. The 6.4L Hemi has the torque to pull a 34" tire on 4.10s all day.
You cross into re-gear territory at 37s, where the effective ratio drops enough to hurt towing and trans temps. If a 37" build is the goal, plan the tire and the 4.56 regear together (see pw-regear-456) rather than running big tires on stock gears and cooking the transmission on grades. For everything on this AT list, keep your money and stay on the factory gears.
| Part | Vendor | Est. price |
|---|---|---|
| BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 LT285/70R17 (33") | BFGoodrich | ~$380 |
| Falken Wildpeak A/T3W LT285/70R17 (33") | Falken | ~$290 |
| Toyo Open Country A/T III LT295/70R17 (34.3") | Toyo | ~$340 |
| Nitto Recon Grappler A/T LT285/70R17 | Nitto | ~$350 |
Written and maintained by an AZ wheeler and driveway wrencher. Always cross-reference your factory service manual — modifications affect vehicle safety and warranty. Work at your own risk.
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