so I have been running my Toyo MT 35x12.5 R18 for almost 5 years (37,000 miles). Last year I moved from sunny southern California to Wisconsin.
I suffered through the winter on what appeared to be ice skates.

so now as winter is approaching, I am in search of new shoes for my JK. The MT's are about to retire anyway. So I want something that is going to keep me on the snow/ice roads, but I also want something that looks good. trying to stay away from the pizza cutter look.

any suggestion?
can you go with a 35x12.50R18, All-Terrain T/A KO2? or would you need to get something a bit narrower?
should I consider going down to a 33? is there any advantage in the snow with a smaller tire?

Thanks in advance for the help

 

Tire height won't really matter for snow/ice. Width has the most effect along with tread pattern. Most MT's do not fair well on snow/ice. An all-terrain is the best option. 12.50 width should be fine, but may track a little in deep snow. There are some good AT's out there. Search and you'll find tons of threads with info

 

Have you looked into the new Nitto RT ? Don't know if anyone has even had the chance to run them in snow though:-/

 

I have the 35 x 12.5x 17 KO2's and live in the North East and they have served me well. Honestly they work too well, as in 4 wheel drive its almost impossible to have fun. You need to put it into 2 wheel drive to loose any traction. I can't speak to other brands but as for these you will be happy.

 

I will definitely have to look into them, thanks for the input. I know what you mean... I still have to complete the mod that allows me to slip and slide a bit. the engine kills at the hint of fun/slip.

 

anyone have any experience with the Pro Comp A/T?
35x12.50R18, A/T Sport

they are about $50 less per tire than the KO2s

 

Like said above, KO2's should work. Goodyear Duratracs are AMAZING in snow AND are ready to be studded if necessary. Very aggressive look also, a cross between an AT and an MT tire. I lived in Eau Claire for years and they never failed

 

Take a hard look at the Falken A/TW3. Another tire worth a hard look is the new Mastercraft Courser CXT.

 

I have lived in northern Wisconsin most of my life and nitto grapplers work great in the winter, I just have 2 sets of wheels and run mud terrain in the summer and swap out for the winters

 

Duratracs