BFGoodrich KO2 vs Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T

The BFGoodrich KO2 vs Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T is a question that we have been getting a lot since this baja boss a/t has hit the market and today we break down, which tire comes out on top in the close fight. Let us know what you guys think of each tires and if you've had positive or negative experiences with either or.

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[parkvapes]

I have been running the baja boss A/T for 9 months now and i couldnt be happier. -40C and ice they perform excelent as well.

[colorado-sam]

Just one man's opinion and experience... and have run both the KO2s and Baja Boss ATs. Live in Colorado, so get a healthy mix of terrain and conditions.
Truck 2019 Chevy Colorado ZR2
Current Tire/ Mickey Thompson Baja Boss ATs 285/70r17 E and look so good on my truck!

First off, I love these tires and will be replacing them with the same thing when they're fully done. They are confidence inspiring, and did i say they look so good! KOwhos? Lol
Road noise wise, I was pleasantly surprised at how quiet they were from the start. After about 30k miles, they have gotten louder but nowhere near mud tire loudness/humming.
Snow/ice, these tire take some of the fun out because they are just unstoppable and just grip. Confidence level is high winter driving
Wet weather, these have no loss, unlike the KO2s I've run.
Mud, these tires do very well but do not shed as well as a true mud tire but no real complaints.
Rock/gravel, they stick and never make me feel like traction and control are remotely an issue. I will note that with finer gravel, it can get stuck in between the voids, and you only really notice when you get back to the pavement. Mild annoyance thinking you may have picked up a screw or nail.
I only have 2 real cons and definitely personal cons I have, but it won't keep me from purchasing these again.

They are heavy with the E rating and definitely notice them a bit while accelerating and breaking.

For the first 20k-ish miles, I noticed at highway speeds (65-90mph) that the truck almost seemed to float or drift a little in lane. This was something I could completely overcome but took a little getting used to. I will note that this was after a proper alignment, so that was not the issue.

If I missed something, just let me know and I'll try to respond. Hope this helps anyone looking at these tires

[ryanmasters]

I went with the MT Baja Boss AT's for my Ram and I love them but honestly you can't go wrong with the KO2's either.

[abduljedd]

I've been running them for almost five years love them

[bobmccarthy]

Great comparison and love your reviews in general. I would have liked to see the comparison extended to pavement noise and performance, especially when wet because I believe this is the K02's weak spot and I'm interested in how the Bajas compare.

[OkanaganOverland]

Thanks for the comparison! I've been running KO2 in a 34x10 R17 for a few years and think they have been great as a 4 season tire. This year however at 40-50% tread depth I have noticed a lack in snow and ice grip. The Baja Boss are now on order as their replacement in a 255 85 R17 since a buddy has them and I love the slightly more aggressive look.

[jeepinwithjulia]

I put MT Baja Boss A/T in 35 x 12.5 x 17 on my Jeep Wrangler in August. I have taken them off road in mud, snow, and ice and they have performed great! Very happy with them.

[tedkoch]

I just bought the Mickey Thompson Baja MTZ P3, I needed a new set and many years ago I had a set of the Mickey Thompson Mud kings and I loved them, so after buying and old Toyota truck just for hunting I went with those and I’m sure I will love these too.

[savagestash]

Have used BFG mud terraiins and all terrains for 28 years depending on vehicle and usage. My work trucks starting having sidewall failures on the AT's around 2015 and my current vehicle which is light and is running MT's had considerable cupping within 10k miles. Will definitely consider the Mickey Thompson as my next tire as my current ones are basically dangerous in the rain and are tearing at the edges with minimal off-road use.

[dextermcgrubbin]

I love that the Baja Boss A/T comes in 255/85r17. Tall/skinny for best performance. K02's are a good option for arid western states were wet road traction is not an issue.

[gasolineimagesinc.]

I bought a set of
KO2’s for my ‘04 Silverado and love them. I don’t do any off-roading, but live where the winters can be treacherous. I love the classic look of the BFG’s white letters and they perform great in the snow. Especially when plowing. Nearly every truck that plows snow in my area uses K02’s or Duratracs. The M/T’s look like they’d be awesome too.

[MusashiSush]

I’ve been running a set of Mickey Thompsons in 285/70R17’s for 6 months now and love them. I use my 4Runner as my everyday driver and off road it on the weekends and I’m absolutely thrilled with their performance. Aired down they have great traction and no excessive roll or side wall deformation. Can’t go wrong with the Baja Boss A/T’s!

[jwatt]

I currently have 50k miles on my baja boss ats 10 ply 275/55r20. 7000 pound denali from the extra added weight and tow often as well. Down to 13/32 from 18/32. Rotated every 6k. Psi at 40.
I've been thinking about trying the bfg ko2 as well but these tires have impressed me. I hate how many rocks they pick up and how much more they weight compared to other 10 ply tires but they've been amazing in everything I've put them in and wear. The toyo at3s was great as well but with having these for about the same amount of time and coming close to the miles I do like these better.

[FRMNR_TR]

I do love the Baja Boss’s, but the weight difference from the same size KO2 is significant. That said, I’ll probably give the Baja Boss AT’s a shot whenever my current KO2’s are due for replacement. Or maybe the new Baja Legends!

[charliet]

I’ve got over 35k miles with my Ko2’s on 2018 Tundra. 285/55/20. I rotate every 5k miles and the tread depth still looks new. I live in Western Colorado so there is dirt and rocks as well as snow. I also pull a travel trailer into various off-road situations as well as down the highway. I’ve pulled over mountain passes in blowing snow. I’ve done off road trails and rocks. Never worried about my tires or been let down. Oh and there is virtually NO road noise on the highway.
All that being said, I am interested in the Baja Boss and the Wildpeak as options.

[paulguerrero]

Bought 5 KO2's for my H2 about 6 months ago. Best decision ever!!! Aired down to 25 psi and did trail 15 at Windrock Park in TN and a mud pit and they preformed flawless!!! Also racing up a mountain on loose gravel inspired confidence to push them harder. Lots of grip. Love them!!!

[dylanwatson]

Running the ko2s on a jeep tj so it being a lighter vehicle it runs fantastic. Driven across the country 3 times with them and wheeled pretty hard rocks and snow in idaho. Amazing wear and traction in all conditions. Overall I’m very impressed and will be getting another pair.

[captainbarnicle]

I’ve had both tyres.
KO2 on wet roads was deadly. Downright dangerous in my opinion.
The Baja Boss AT has exception wet road grip.
A few weeks ago on a wet road a kid pulled out in front of my while driving on the Baja Boss ATs. The Baja Boss AT tires saved his life. If I was on the KO2s he’d be dead.

The Baja Boss AT have been excellent so far in all other conditions.

And I found a metal fence staple stuck in the rear tyre. I left it in there for an experiment to see how tough the tire is. No air loss yet after driving on it for hundreds of miles.

[jbivvy]

I have the 37's MT Baja Boss A/T's and i love them. Had BFG which where good but the MT's are just better looking and are more true to size.

[raufede]

I always buy KO2’s. Had them on a Tahoe and my jeep. But I have a Ram 2500 with stock tires that I drive 95% on pavement. When I came to replace them I wanted to install KO2’s and my local shop did not have them in stock. They had the Baja boss in stock and had a good discount so I decided to give them a try. Now I like the KO2’s but this tire is amazing. I had the chance to drive them on ice not snow and they were perfect. Now my 99 Tahoe is not a light vehicle and every time I would drive in sand I would have to air down to get better traction. Now my Ram is heavier and the time I drove to soft sand I was able to drive with no problem. I have 33” and these tires look like mud terrain tires. Now I have driven these tires on water ice and snow and I think they work better than the KO2’s. Now if these tires last as long as the KO2’s I will switch to Baja boss tires.