What tires are you running on your 17 inch rims?

[cruiser_ss396]

285-70-17 KO3 load C on Method 318 +25 offset and no lift.
I have done 15,000 miles in these tires since November 2025. Lots of heavy rain in Southern Arizona, deep snow and ice covered mountain passes in Montana and Idaho. Many miles of highway driving from twisty switchbacks on the Oregon coast and some dunes and desert highways. We typically carry about 750-800 lbs payload and 8 run them at 40-42 PSI hot. They started out 15/32 tread depth and my last rotation at Discount they measured 12/32 for 3 and one was 13/32.

In the mountains with snow and ice they were absolutely amazing. We are in the 95-107 dog days of summer now and getting some serious monsoon rain down pours, flooded roads and washes and they have been great. No complaints off road and in some muddy stuff so around Tahoe.

I might go the 255-80-17 pizza cutter route next time or could step up to a 285-75-17 when these are due. My MPG is an average of 19ish and recently a round trip to Phoenix I was getting into the 21 range (manual calculation) LC gauge said low 20s.

I really like the raised whites and the machine finished wheels with the white. Just that old school look back to the 80s and 90s.

 

[Blue Bear]

I was looking to pull the trigger on the Falken AT4W's as well. This is my first landcruiser, so I'm new to this, but would you recommend getting some new wheels as well, or does anyone use the OEM wheels with Falken's?

I'm very happy with my Falken AT4w tires. One of the reasons I chose them is because they are the best tire available in the size I wanted (255/80R17, E load). You can find other great tires, it all just depends on your needs.

Here is the most recent review from Tyre Reviews which might help out (best tire reviews you can find IMHO).

 

[DrockinWV]

I'm very happy with my Falken AT4w tires. One of the reasons I chose them is because they are the best tire available in the size I wanted (255/80R17, E load). You can find other great tires, it all just depends on your needs.

Here is the most recent review from Tyre Reviews which might help out (best tire reviews you can find IMHO).

Watched this video earlier and it seems the AT4Ws did not do well at all. I was going into the video with the preference of the Falken, but now feel undecided. However, being interested in the 255/80/17 size does not leave many options.

 

[cruiser_ss396]

Watched this video earlier and it seems the AT4Ws did not do well at all. I was going into the video with the preference of the Falken, but now feel undecided. However, being interested in the 255/801/17 size does not leave many options.

I can’t say what the video answers are but I am extremely happy with the KO3. Since writing the above, the monsoon season has come to Arizona and I have been in some terrestrial down pours on both small two lane and twisty roads and the freeway’s literally flooding so bad traffic is stopped unless you have higher clearance vehicle and the right tires. Now of course not doing freeway speeds but able to keep moving and get the hell out of the low lands.

It’s been since owning any other tire. On my Tundra I had Wild peak AT4W tires. They were 37-12.50-20s and they did well but no comparison to the KO3s I have on the Land Cruiser. Kinda apples to oranges comparison size wise. But he AT4W was a fine tire, I personally think the KO3 is just better.

 

[Blue Bear]

Watched this video earlier and it seems the AT4Ws did not do well at all. I was going into the video with the preference of the Falken, but now feel undecided. However, being interested in the 255/801/17 size does not leave many options.

He's tested the AT4Ws previously...other than the snow performance, the tires are excellent. I've found the Falken's to be an excellent off-road choice. I've used them on rock, dirt, and sand with excellent results. I think a lot depends on how you plan to use the tires. For me, I take them off during the winter months and switch to a more road focused tire (currently the not great OEM tires.) Even after the review, I still think they are the best tire for my use case and set-up. In the 255/80R17, we have few choices (and, IMHO, the other choices aren't nearly as good.) I'm particularly impressed with the road noise at highway speeds (55, 65, 75+ mph depending on the state). And, on every trail I've taken them on, they've perfomed exceptionally.

 

[DrockinWV]

I can’t say what the video answers are but I am extremely happy with the KO3. Since writing the above, the monsoon season has come to Arizona and I have been in some terrestrial down pours on both small two lane and twisty roads and the freeway’s literally flooding so bad traffic is stopped unless you have higher clearance vehicle and the right tires. Now of course not doing freeway speeds but able to keep moving and get the hell out of the low lands.

It’s been since owning any other tire. On my Tundra I had Wild peak AT4W tires. They were 37-12.50-20s and they did well but no comparison to the KO3s I have on the Land Cruiser. Kinda apples to oranges comparison size wise. But he AT4W was a fine tire, I personally think the KO3 is just better.

I grew up in Gilbert, so I definitely understand monsoon season! Appreciate the insight on the KO3's, and may ultimately go that route. I had the AT3W on one of my F150s and really did like their performance, but the AT4W seem to be more road focused from my understanding now.

He's tested the AT4Ws previously...other than the snow performance, the tires are excellent. I've found the Falken's to be an excellent off-road choice. I've used them on rock, dirt, and sand with excellent results. I think a lot depends on how you plan to use the tires. For me, I take them off during the winter months and switch to a more road focused tire (currently the not great OEM tires.) Even after the review, I still think they are the best tire for my use case and set-up. In the 255/80R17, we have few choices (and, IMHO, the other choices aren't nearly as good.) I'm particularly impressed with the road noise at highway speeds (55, 65, 75+ mph depending on the state). And, on every trail I've taken them on, they've perfomed exceptionally.

Snow performance is a big hang up for me. Being on the hills in WV with snow, I need to make sure the tires are going to be solid! I would not say that I need a dedicated snow tire (as it really does not snow all that much) but when it does, it can be difficult to get around. I do appreciate all the input you have provided for them though!

 

[cruiser_ss396]

I grew up in Gilbert, so I definitely understand monsoon season! Appreciate the insight on the KO3's, and may ultimately go that route. I had the AT3W on one of my F150s and really did like their performance, but the AT4W seem to be more road focused from my understanding now.



Snow performance is a big hang up for me. Being on the hills in WV with snow, I need to make sure the tires are going to be solid! I would not say that I need a dedicated snow tire (as it really does not snow all that much) but when it does, it can be difficult to get around. I do appreciate all the input you have provided for them though!

Snow….being from the lower half of Arizona is not something I see much of. These pictures are probably a normal snow drive in Montana going to Idaho. All I can say is the KO3 in these conditions and inexperienced snow driver worked very well. Absolutely no loss of traction and the full time 4 wheel drive was incredible.

The last hill before the summit before the highway hits Idaho and start to go down hill was very steep. Big rigs, cars and trucks all stuck on the road side as well as in lanes. We literally weaved in and out of vehicles stuck on the highway. Never lost traction or slid down or sideways. Going down hill on the steep pass….our butts were clinching the seat. Those tires and the Land Cruiser never missed a beat. A Chevy Bison ZR2 was in front of me, we were pretty much the only vehicles going north for miles. I talked to him when we stopped for coffee and guess what….running KO3s

 

[MAC25LC]

34/10.5/17

 

[DrockinWV]

Snow….being from the lower half of Arizona is not something I see much of. These pictures are probably a normal snow drive in Montana going to Idaho. All I can say is the KO3 in these conditions and inexperienced snow driver worked very well. Absolutely no loss of traction and the full time 4 wheel drive was incredible.

The last hill before the summit before the highway hits Idaho and start to go down hill was very steep. Big rigs, cars and trucks all stuck on the road side as well as in lanes. We literally weaved in and out of vehicles stuck on the highway. Never lost traction or slid down or sideways. Going down hill on the steep pass….our butts were clinching the seat. Those tires and the Land Cruiser never missed a beat. A Chevy Bison ZR2 was in front of me, we were pretty much the only vehicles going north for miles. I talked to him when we stopped for coffee and guess what….running KO3s View attachment 73147View attachment 73148View attachment 73146View attachment 73148View attachment 73149

Have been in this situation a few times and it can get stressful quick. But definitely fun after the fact lol. Your setup looks great though, did you have any issues running the +25 offset being too much poke over the +35 & +40 I see a lot of others running? May just grab the 285/70/17s KO3s and call it a day!

 

[cruiser_ss396]

Have been in this situation a few times and it can get stressful quick. But definitely fun after the fact lol. Your setup looks great though, did you have any issues running the +25 offset being too much poke over the +35 & +40 I see a lot of others running? May just grab the 285/70/17s KO3s and call it a day!

I have a 1958 and it came with the skinny fender flare. With those yes it kicked up a slight amount of grime on the sides, but no stones.
I installed the first edition/LC premium wider flares and it has reduced that but not completely. I have been on hundreds of miles of dirt and gravel roads and I had the front fender mud flaps from the 1958 on then switched out to GX550 side steps. Both did/do a good job of preventing rocks if debris from flying up. But it does kick up dirt and mud. I have no stone chips on the sides.

Pictures show the pole at the rear with 1958 flares and FE flares. If you have the wide flare Yours should
Look like this.

 

[DrockinWV]

Icon Nuevo/25 offset/17’’ riding on Toyo AT III, 34/10.5/17
No rubbing and no lift

How are you liking this tire/offset setup? I have thrown this size and offset into my endless list of options lol. Have you had much of a mpg hit, and does the spare fit in the stock location without too much hassle? I really like the height, but reduced width of this option!

 

[Blue Bear]

I grew up in Gilbert, so I definitely understand monsoon season! Appreciate the insight on the KO3's, and may ultimately go that route. I had the AT3W on one of my F150s and really did like their performance, but the AT4W seem to be more road focused from my understanding now.



Snow performance is a big hang up for me. Being on the hills in WV with snow, I need to make sure the tires are going to be solid! I would not say that I need a dedicated snow tire (as it really does not snow all that much) but when it does, it can be difficult to get around. I do appreciate all the input you have provided for them though!

Given your needs, I'd go with something other than the Falken. Despite the great review, the Pirelli XTM AT isn't available in many sizes, so that really limits it's application (in R17, the largest tire size is just 32.7"!). The Nokian Outpost nAT is available in a few more sizes, but not in the size I wanted for my rig. The KO3 is a great tire with many more sizes, but still nothing I really wanted in a 17" (think much wider and much heavier than the Falken.). The tire I'm most interested in which did not get tested is the Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T - I see some sizes in both 17" and 20" (for the OEM rims!) That I'd definitely be willing to check out next time around. I know the Nitto's have been shown a lot of love, but every time they get tested they are at or near the back of the pack.

 

[DrockinWV]

Given your needs, I'd go with something other than the Falken. Despite the great review, the Pirelli XTM AT isn't available in many sizes, so that really limits its application (in R17, the largest tire size is just 32.7"!). The Nokian Outpost nAT is available in a few more sizes, but not in the size I wanted for my rig. The KO3 is a great tire with many more sizes, but still nothing I really wanted in a 17" (think much wider and much heavier than the Falken.). The tire I'm most interested in which did not get tested is the Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T - I see some sizes in both 17" and 20" (for the OEM rims!) That I'd definitely be willing to check out next time around. I know the Nitto's have been shown a lot of love, but every time they get tested they are at or near the back of the pack.

Agreed! I had the AT3W on my 2017 F150 and had no issues at all. But a few of the reviews I’ve have seen on the AT4W, they did not like the snow performance at all. I don’t need the best snow performer, but the AT4W was waaaay off, especially in stopping. I think my number one choice would be the KO3, but haven’t found a size and weight that make sense. I think my current front runner is the Toyo AT3 in either the 255/80/17 or possibly the 34x10.5/17. I’m sure I’ll change my mind a few more times though lol.