265/60R17 Tyres

Large 4WD tyres in this size are fitted to some of Australia's most capable off-road platforms: the Toyota LandCruiser 70 and 200 Series, Nissan Patrol GU and Y62, Jeep Wrangler, Ford Ranger (lifted), Mitsubishi Triton with aftermarket lift kits, and heavy-duty dual-cab utes used in mining and farming applications. If you run a serious off-roader or a workhorse ute, this is your territory.

The brand landscape is dominated by off-road specialists. For mud terrain use, BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3, Cooper Discoverer STT Pro, and Toyo Open Country M/T are the gold standard — aggressive tread blocks and reinforced sidewalls that resist punctures on rocky tracks. All-terrain options that handle both dirt and bitumen include the Bridgestone Dueler A/T 697, BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2, Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac, and Cooper Discoverer AT3 — these are the most popular choice for daily drivers that occasionally go bush. For highway-only 4WD use, Michelin LTX M/S2 and Bridgestone Dueler H/L offer a much quieter and more fuel-efficient ride.

When buying, the load rating is critical — this size carries substantial vehicle weight and often tows trailers. Look for load range C or D (6–8 ply) ratings. Speed rating is equally important if you do highway driving at freeway speeds. Check the tyre's 3PMSF (Three Peak Mountain Snowflake) rating if you travel to alpine regions. Rotation intervals are more important here than on passenger tyres — rotating every 10,000 km extends tread life significantly on 4WDs, which can otherwise wear unevenly due to vehicle weight distribution.