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Compiled & checked by the site's publisher from manufacturer, NHTSA & USTMA data · Updated 2026-07-24
The Ram Heavy Duty is one of the most capable production trucks available. The right tire must be Load Range E or higher — the truck's payload and towing ratings depend on it. Here are the best options for work, trail, and dual-purpose Ram builds.
Common Ram 2500 and 3500 tire sizes
Ram 2500 (2019-current): LT245/70R17 or LT275/70R18 (Tradesman), LT275/70R18 (Big Horn), LT275/70R18 or LT285/60R20 (Laramie, Longhorn), LT285/60R20 (Limited, HD Rebel).
Ram 3500 DRW (Dually): LT235/80R17 (front and rear, most trims).
Ram 2500 Power Wagon: LT285/70R17 — factory-fitted Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac A/T.
Most Ram HD fitments are Load Range E (10-ply) — the Power Wagon's factory DuraTrac is a Load Range D exception. Never install a lower load range than your truck came with.
Best highway and work tires
Michelin Defender LTX M/S: the best long-wearing highway tire for Ram HD owners who haul and tow on paved roads. Available in Load Range E for the common Ram HD sizes.
Continental TerrainContact H/T: excellent wet performance and comfortable ride — best for Ram owners who tow large loads on highways and want confident wet traction.
Goodyear Wrangler Fortitude HT: widely available, good towing stability, Load Range E in Ram HD sizes.
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Best all-terrain tires
BF Goodrich KO2 in LT285/70R17: the benchmark A/T for Ram HD builds. Load Range E availability, excellent durability on job sites and trails.
Toyo Open Country AT3: for Ram owners who combine job site and highway use and want the quietest A/T — Load Range E available in most Ram sizes.
Falken Wildpeak AT3W in Load Range E: 3PMSF winter rating, strong value per dollar — good for Ram owners who work year-round in variable conditions.
Best tires — Ram Power Wagon
The Power Wagon uses LT285/70R17 with factory 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tires and a factory 2-inch lift. The off-road community treats the DuraTrac as a competent starting point.
BF Goodrich KO2 in LT285/70R17: the most popular Power Wagon upgrade for trail and rock-crawling use.
Toyo Open Country M/T in LT285/70R17: for Power Wagon owners doing serious mud and rock work — more aggressive than the factory A/T with the clearance the Power Wagon's body provides.
Best Ram 2500 and 3500 tires by category
| Category | Tire | Best For | Price (per tire) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highway / Work | Michelin Defender LTX M/S | Best long-wearing highway tire for owners who haul and tow on paved roads; Load Range E | $160–230 |
| Highway / Work | Continental TerrainContact H/T | Excellent wet performance and comfortable ride; confident wet traction under heavy trailer loads | $160–230 |
| Highway / Work | Goodyear Wrangler Fortitude HT | Widely available, good towing stability, Load Range E in Ram HD sizes | $160–230 |
| All-Terrain | BF Goodrich KO2 | Benchmark A/T for Ram HD builds; Load Range E, excellent durability on job sites and trails | $180–270 |
| All-Terrain | Toyo Open Country AT3 | Quietest A/T for owners who combine job site and highway use | $180–270 |
| All-Terrain | Falken Wildpeak AT3W | 3PMSF winter rating, strong value per dollar for year-round work use | $180–270 |
| Power Wagon | BF Goodrich KO2 | Most popular Power Wagon upgrade for trail and rock-crawling use | Not specified |
| Power Wagon | Toyo Open Country M/T | For serious mud and rock work; more aggressive than the factory A/T | Not specified |
Frequently asked
What load range do Ram 2500 and 3500 tires need?
Load Range E (10-ply equivalent) is the standard fitment on most Ram HD trims — the Power Wagon ships on Load Range D DuraTracs. These trucks carry serious payload, so never install a lower load range than the factory tire for your configuration.
How much do Ram 2500 tires cost?
Common Ram HD sizes (LT275/70R18, LT285/60R20) in Load Range E highway tires: $160–230 per tire. All-terrain: $180–270 per tire. A set of four installed: $640–1,000 for most configurations.
What tires come on the Ram 2500 from the factory?
Factory fitments vary by trim and production year — the Power Wagon ships on Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac all-terrains, while other trims carry highway all-season tires that vary by production run. The BF Goodrich KO2 is the most popular aftermarket upgrade.
How do I choose between highway and all-terrain tires for my Ram HD?
Think about the split between road and dirt. If the truck mostly tows and hauls on pavement, a Load Range E highway tire rides quieter and lasts longer. If it works job sites, gravel, or trails, an all-terrain gives you the grip and sidewall toughness that matters off the road. Either way, never drop below the load range your truck came with, because that rating carries the payload.
Where can I get Ram 2500 tires installed near me in West Georgia?
We match you with trusted heavy-duty and truck-focused shops around Carrollton and the wider West Georgia area for free. Load Range E tires are heavy and need proper mounting, balancing, and torque, so this is a job worth handing to a shop that works on HD trucks regularly.
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Last updated 2026-07-24. General guidance only — confirm specifics with a local shop for your exact vehicle.