BF KO2 37" Load C vs Load D

[jeepjonah]

I was planning on ordering the BF KO2 37" tires in Load C as they weigh less than load D. However I noticed the Load D currently cost less. I was under the impress that Load D is a better tire but weights more. I will offroad but nothing major. 90% of the time on the road. Any advantages going with either or?

Just curious what load most folks are going with when choosing the 37" KO2's

Thanks!

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[Kirk*Mojave]

If you plan on towing or offroad alot I'd go load D if not save yourself some weight and get the load C

 

[redline61]

Rotational weight is the killer of MPG's, brake performance, and power. The C2 is a factory Raptor 37 package tire. Now, there isn't a massive weight difference if I remember right between these two tires. I wouldn't stress too much, but when I buy tires, I hyper focus on weight. If you were off-road a lot, or towing a lot then I would consider it more.

 

[Uparms]

I think the C might ride better, road. I did E on 35s, BFG AT2s. The E was for a much heavier or more off roaded truck. You will be better then me for comfort with the D or C.

 

[Kajo]

I have the 37" load range Cs on my Gladiator on stock Rubicon rims and chose that package based on the rotational weight savings and that I try to keep a light payload while wheeling. So far with 8,000 miles on them I have been impressed including wheeling at Windrock, Uwharrie, AOAA and a few camping trips in GWNF. They are smooth and quiet on the Highway and regularly see 8th gear on relatively flat ground.

Also, I bet there will be a sale at Discount tire for Columbus day and if you buy with their credit card you get another discount.

 

[Discount Tire]

Thank you for posting your thoughts on the BFG T/A K02 C load rated tires.

We appreciate your support.

 

[bridluz]

I have C load. I have done a lot of off-roading (Moab, Arkansas, Texas Hill Country) and they have performed very well. I have also towed a boat a few times. No issues.

 

[2TH MVR]

Funny you bring this up. I just purchased some BFG 37X12.50X17 KO2 a week ago. I wanted the Load C for the weight savings, but they were more expensive. So I went with the D's. Discount had some kind of sale and I received I believe $100 off.

 

[@californiajeeping]

A gladiator gas jeep only runs about 4600lbs for weight. Load range C more than covers it and it will ride MUCH better!

Load range D will also not flex enough when you run lower tire pressures offroad (not something you plan to do).

That said usually a D is higher ply and actually a little bit tougher sidewalls.

 

[Randonexplosion]

I had planned on the load C but I wasnt paying attention when my local store was price matching. They actually already had a better price than Northridge but I ended up with load D. I'm glad I did since I tow a dump trailer and tend to overload my bed. The diesel doesnt seem to mind the extra few pounds of the heavier tire.

 

[Discount Tire]

@2TH MVR, thank you for your support.

 

[Lunentucker]

Still a great deal here.
Milestar Patagonia A/TR All-Terrain Tire - 37X12.50R17 LRD 6PLY Rated - Walmart.com

 

[Acano363]

Still a great deal here.
Milestar Patagonia A/TR All-Terrain Tire - 37X12.50R17 LRD 6PLY Rated - Walmart.com

I'm looking for just one Milestar M/T 38s for under $300 like in 2020. They do have a small discount at walmart so hopefully it keeps rolling back to those prices.

 

[OHJeeper]

I have the D2's on mine on stock rubicon rims. I wasn't too concerned about the weight difference and wanted the extra sidewall protection from the D2.

Also, notice the C2 tire is all-black lettering where the D2 is white. I ended up mounting mine backwards so you can't see the white lettering (unless you look closely underneath the truck - which you can barely see on the passenger tire in my profile pic). Maybe another deciding factor...

 

[Pescatoral Pursuit]

Load range D will also not flex enough when you run lower tire pressures offroad (not something you plan to do).

This is my experience. I don't get much noticable difference in traction between 40 and 18 lbs. I'm also disappointed with the mileage. However, mines a diesel and my work truck and going everywhere with roughly 300-400 lbs in the bed everyday, the ride on the road is great and the wear is excellent.

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