By the Rims & Tires Team
Compiled & reviewed by our West Georgia tire & wheel research team · Updated 2026-07-24
The Chevy Silverado ZR2 is GM's factory off-road performance truck — built with the Multimatic DSSV spool-valve shock absorbers, factory underbody protection, and Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires. It is the most capable factory off-road truck from Chevy's half-ton lineup, competing with trucks like the Ford F-150 Raptor. The ZR2's OEM tire is the Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT in LT275/70R18.
Chevy Silverado ZR2 Tire Fitment
The Silverado ZR2 ships with LT275/70R18 Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires on 18-inch wheels. This size is a genuine 33-inch diameter tire.
The 18-inch wheel is intentional: it's optimized for off-road use where airing down is common. Maintaining the 18-inch wheel size for replacement also allows the widest selection of off-road tires at competitive prices.
The ZR2's DSSV shocks are tuned for the LT275/70R18 mass and diameter. Upgrading to significantly heavier or larger tires may affect the damper performance at the factory tune.
The tall 70-series sidewall is an off-road asset in its own right — more flex and impact absorption when airing down for rocks and trails.
Best Replacement Tires for the Silverado ZR2
Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT in LT275/70R18 (OEM): the factory tire. Well-matched to the ZR2 suspension tune and proven in the GM factory configuration. Legitimate mud-terrain performance from Goodyear's new MT line.
BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 in LT275/70R18: for ZR2 owners who want to extend pavement performance beyond what the factory MT delivers while maintaining genuine off-road capability.
Nitto Trail Grappler M/T in LT275/70R18: if the factory Territory MT wears and the owner wants to stay with a capable M/T at a competitive price.
Falken Wildpeak M/T01 in LT275/70R18: for ZR2 owners who want quieter mud-terrain performance than the factory M/T delivers on daily highway miles.
Frequently asked
What tires does the Chevy Silverado ZR2 come with?
Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT in LT275/70R18 on 18-inch wheels.
Can you upgrade the Silverado ZR2 to 35-inch tires?
The ZR2's factory suspension and body provide more clearance than a standard Silverado, and the factory LT275/70R18 is already a true 33. Moving up to 35-inch-class tires typically requires a leveling kit or mild lift — plus careful test-fitting for rubbing at full lock — and many owners stay at the factory size to preserve the DSSV damper tuning.
What are the best tires for the Silverado ZR2?
Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT for OEM replacement. BFG KO2 for more highway-friendly A/T character. Nitto Trail Grappler for an M/T upgrade. Falken Wildpeak M/T01 for a quieter M/T option.
Should I stick with a mud-terrain or switch to an all-terrain on my ZR2?
It depends on the miles you actually drive. The factory mud-terrain is built for serious dirt but it's louder and wears faster on the highway. If your ZR2 sees more pavement than trail, an all-terrain like the BFG KO2 quiets things down and lasts longer while still handling most off-road duty. Commit to the M/T only if you regularly work real mud and rock.
Where can I get Silverado ZR2 tires installed near me in West Georgia?
We match you with trusted truck and off-road shops around Carrollton and the wider West Georgia area for free. Heavy off-road tires need proper mounting, balancing, and torque, so it's worth handing them to a shop that does trucks and off-road builds regularly.
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Last updated 2026-07-24. General guidance only — confirm specifics with a local shop for your exact vehicle.