I couldn't be happier with this purchase. I am in the process of doing some overland conversions to our 2018 Forester, and 29" tires were on the list. While the BFGs were on the high side price-wise, driving on these quickly proved why. Keep in mind that I have really only used these tires on paved roads, and some pretty bad country driveways that could be compared to a rutted dry, rocky river bed.
Pros
The Forester handles better on the road. Hard to believe that a taller off-road tire would perform so much better on curves than the original Yokohamas, but with the incredibly stiff sidewalls these tires have, she corners as well as some well set-up cars I have done.
They are much quieter than I thought they would be. Don't get me wrong, they are noiser than the OE tires, but quieter than some Firestone GTA Firehawks with 15k miles. I know not everyone will get the reference, but suffice it to say they are very reasonable for A/T tires.
The grip on all surfaces is amazing. The only place I felt any real slip was going diagonaly over train tracks with steel plates in between in the rain, and that was minor. Everywhere else they just grip.
They look amazing. I know that that is a pretty minor point for tires, but for some, it really matters. I have received more complements on this vehicle with the few mods I have done than any other car I have modified (and I have done many over the years) because of the way they set off the Forester.
Cons
They are heavy. You will accelerate slower than you once did because of the extra weight. My choice to go with a taller tire also contributes to that, but comparing within the same size tire, the extra weight will make a difference. Your fuel economy will decrease as well. Ours dropped about 4mpg overall.
For me, the cons were expected, and turned out not as bad as I thought. I couldn't be happier so far, and after we travel from PA to CA next year, I will update how they do across more surfaces.
| Brand | BFGoodrich |
|---|---|
| Seasons | Summer |
| Size | 35x12.5R18 123R |
| Section Width | 12.5 Inches |
| Load Capacity | 3415 Pounds |
| Tread Type | Non-Directional |
| Maximum Pressure | 65 Pound per Square Inch |
| Ply Rating | 10-Ply |
| Rim Width | 11 Inches |
| Tire Diameter | 35 Inches |
| Item Diameter | 18 Inches |
| Item Weight | 67.2 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | BFGoodrich |
| Model | BFGOODRICH® All-Terrain T/A® KO2 |
| Item Weight | 67.2 pounds |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Item model number | 13389 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 13389 |
| Special Features | Locking 3-D Sipes provides increased tread block stability, for more even wear over the long haul., Interlocking Tread Elements maximize traction, Serrated Shoulder Design provides increased mud, snow, & rock traction, 3-Peak Mountain Snowflake Rated, Race-winning CoreGard™ technology that gives it unmatched toughness against sidewall splitting.[1] |
| Construction | Radial |
| UTQG | E 10Ply |
