Saturday, May 31, 2014 at 11:18
Most mud tyres are more
puncture prone and have softer sidewalls then all terrain tyres.
Mud tyres are designed to be bagged out when in muddy/clayey conditions (hence soft side walls) and the open tread that helps clear mud/clay is an open invitation to things that can cause punctures, the tyre is at it weakest point between the open tread block.
Expect 10-20% increase in fuel economy and decreased performance in most driving.
It's a bit of an urban myth mud tyres are better on the dirt and out bush.
If you want a super tough tyre thats near bullet proof and is good in most conditions including the black top try a Toyo Open Country M/T.
Why buy tyres that are going to be worse for 95% of your driving..... Is it worth the outlay, economy and drivability for the 5% of your driving where you might get a slight improvement.
We have gone to Cooper ST Maxx after mud terrains and could not be happier, I doubt is I will buy a mud terrain again. The Maxx's have exceeded my expectations in all terrain including thick mud/clay and yes it does get used as a real 4x4.
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