Nitto Trail Grappler M/T
Nitto Trail Grappler is the "streetable MT" — quieter than most MTs with a much milder ride.
The Trail Grappler is Nitto's hybrid MT — aggressive enough for serious off-road, but tuned to be noticeably quieter and smoother on pavement than a Toyo MT or BFG KM3. Many XJ owners pick this as the "can I daily-drive an MT" tire. Common sizes: 33x12.50R15, 35x12.50R15.
Wear is comparable to other MTs (~30k mi). The sidewall is good but slightly less stiff than the Toyo MT.
Why it works
- quietest MT in class
- good on/off road balance
Trade-offs
- price
- MT tread wear
- not severe-snow
Parts
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| Part | Vendor | Est. price |
|---|---|---|
| Nitto Trail Grappler 33x12.50R15 | Nitto | ~$310 |
| Nitto Trail Grappler 35x12.50R15 | Nitto | ~$395 |
Sources
Related
- BFG Mud-Terrain T/A KM3
- Toyo Open Country M/T
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