BFGoodrich Expands Radial All-Terrain Tire Lineup for 50th Anniversary

The iconic all-terrain tire brand is rolling out 12 new sizes of its popular KO3 model.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

To celebrate 50 years since the launch of its original Radial All-Terrain T/A tire, BFGoodrich is expanding its current KO3 all-terrain tire lineup with 12 new sizes. The KO3 builds on the success of the previous KO2 model, offering improved tread wear, gravel durability, and snow traction, while maintaining the sidewall strength that made the KO2 a favorite among truck owners and overlanders.

Why it matters

The Radial All-Terrain T/A has become an iconic tire in the off-road and overlanding communities, with the KO2 model in particular gaining a loyal following. By expanding the KO3 lineup, BFGoodrich is ensuring its latest all-terrain technology is available to more drivers who need a capable tire that can handle both on-road and off-road conditions.

The details

The original Radial All-Terrain T/A tire was launched in 1976 and helped define the all-terrain tire category. Over the past 50 years, the tire has evolved through several iterations, with the KO2 model becoming a go-to choice for truck owners and overlanders. The new KO3 builds on this legacy, offering improved performance in key areas like tread wear, gravel durability, and snow traction, while retaining the sidewall strength that made the KO2 so popular.

  • The original Radial All-Terrain T/A tire was launched in 1976.
  • BFGoodrich is rolling out 12 new sizes of the KO3 all-terrain tire in 2026 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the original Radial All-Terrain T/A.

The players

BFGoodrich

An American tire manufacturer and a subsidiary of Michelin North America. BFGoodrich is known for its iconic Radial All-Terrain T/A tire line, which has been a favorite among off-road enthusiasts and overlanders for decades.

Radial All-Terrain T/A

BFGoodrich's original all-terrain tire, launched in 1976, which helped define the all-terrain tire category and has since evolved through several iterations, including the popular KO2 and now the KO3 models.

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What they’re saying

“The Radial All-Terrain T/A has become an iconic tire in the off-road and overlanding communities, with the KO2 model in particular gaining a loyal following.”

— Justin Helton, Assistant Commerce Editor (Road & Track)

What’s next

BFGoodrich plans to continue expanding the KO3 lineup, with more than 100 sizes expected to be available by the end of 2026 as the company phases out corresponding KO2 sizes.

The takeaway

BFGoodrich's commitment to evolving its iconic Radial All-Terrain T/A tire line over the past 50 years has made it a go-to choice for off-road enthusiasts and overlanders who need a capable tire that can handle both on-road and off-road conditions. The expansion of the KO3 lineup ensures this latest all-terrain technology will be accessible to more drivers.