The 8 Best 10 Ply Tires for Towing

#1. Continental TerrainContact H/T – Best Overall

The Continental TerrainContact H/T ticks several boxes for towing enthusiasts.

First of all, this model strikes the perfect balance between on-road manners and off-road durability. Besides being quiet on the highway (this is a H/T tire, after all), this tire is sturdy enough to handle mild off-roading without getting punctured in the process.

Secondly, a combination of wide tread blocks and deep water grooves enhances this tire’s traction on loose surfaces, such as gravel, sand, and mud. Apart from that, it ensures quick water evacuation for a slippage-free ride in wet and snowy conditions.

Moreover, this model’s sturdy sidewalls help it withstand up to 3,000 pounds of weight without breaking down. As such, you can count on the TerrainContact H/T to easily carry the weight of your vehicle, its passengers, and the trailer being towed.

To further sweeten the deal, Continental backs this model with a 60,000-mile treadwear warranty. The US tire manufacturer also offers this model in over 50 sizes, four speed ratings and multiple load ratings. You can thus easily find a set meeting your needs.

#2. Michelin Defender LTX M/S – Best Premium

If money is no object, your search for the best 10-ply tires for towing should end with the Michelin Defender LTX M/S.

Befitting a premium 10-ply towing tire, this model features wide circumferential grooves for adequate and timely water evacuation. It also features something you don’t usually get on highway tires: detailed siping for excellent grip on slippery surfaces.

When towing heavy loads, the last thing you need is for your tires’ tread blocks to flex. As that will put your vehicle’s stability in massive danger. Similar is the case with the sidewall – if the sidewall starts swaying, better say goodbye to keeping control over the trailer.

Fortunately, this model doesn’t have either issue.

Its robust tread blocks maintain their rigidity even when this tire is handling heavy loads. Similarly, its sturdy sidewall gives you maximum control over your vehicle regardless of the weight being towed, making it one of the best 10-ply tires for towing.

Add its 70,000-mile warranty to the equation, and you might wonder why this model isn’t our top pick. Well, this model is in the second spot because we know that its astronomical asking price will prove to be a deal breaker for a lot of people.

#3. Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac – Best All-Terrain

The Wrangler DuraTrac is an excellent option for towing heavy loads on difficult terrains.

One of the things I like the most about this tire is how slowly it wears. You can tow heavy loads from coast to coast and its tread will only go down a few millimeters from the original 15 mm. Such impressive wearability is why it comes with a 50,000-mile warranty.

Goodyear’s Tractive Groove Technology is another feature you may find useful. This technology helps this tire offer enhanced traction on slippery surfaces. This means you will have maximum control over your vehicle while towing a heavy load in the rain.

While I’m on the subject of performance on slippery surfaces, it seems pertinent to mention that some sizes of the DuraTrac come with 3PMS and M+S ratings. If you can fit one of these on your vehicle, expect miraculous traction on snowy and icy roads.

Furthermore, this model’s tread compound (which is relatively flexible for an A/T tire) keeps noise down and vibrations away during highway driving. Also, its shoulder blocks ensure self-cleaning, lowering the risk of punctures on dusty and dirty surfaces.

#4. General Grabber HTS 60 – Best Affordable

Several features make the Grabber HTS 60 one of the best tires for towing.

Start with the DuraGen Technology, which has strengthened this model’s rubber compound. This, in turn, enables this model to withstand the wear and tear of towing better and keep going for years, something its 65,000-mile warranty also refers to.

Next comes the tread pattern, which has several features to convince you of this model’s towing credentials. For instance, the tread pattern features shoulder blocks for additional cornering traction and to protect the sidewalls from damage.

That’s not all. The tread pattern also has a very well-defined center rib (to improve stability and handling) as well as a large contact patch (which ensures added grip). Multiple sipes (small grooves for gripping the road surface) are also available here. 

Unfortunately, there is one area where this model disappoints. Unlike our top three picks, the Grabber HTS 60 tends to get loud as the speed increases.

#5. Falken Wildpeak AT3W

The Wildpeak AT3W has everything Falken tires are renowned for.

A puncture-resistant sidewall makes this model more durable than most tires costing as much (which is great news given this model doesn’t cost much). Additionally, the sidewall has pores to minimize heat build-up and lower the risk of blow-ups.

Then there are the step-down etching. Originally designed to improve this model’s off-road traction, it also enables this tire to withstand wear and tear for a long time. Which explains why Falken backs this model with a 55,000-mile treadwear warranty.

Towing enthusiasts might find it good to note that this model comes with support ramps. These wedges give the AT3W the support it needs to endure towing and hauling. Plus, if you keep your vehicle parked for days, these wedges will prevent the development of flat spots.

Lastly, an ultra-deep tread further enhances this model’s towing credentials. It does that by boosting this model’s traction and stability – both of which are crucial for reducing the risk of swaying or fishtailing while towing.

#6. Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure with Kevlar

Performs reliably on rough surfaces? Check. Backed by a long treadwear warranty? Yes. Can be used in harsh wintry conditions? Absolutely. All these qualities make the Wrangler A/T Adventure with Kevlar one of the best all-terrain tires around.

A Kevlar reinforcing (as the name implies) has made it unbelievably tough and durable. This sturdiness has enhanced this tire’s load-bearing capacity. Plus, having robust treads has increased its off-road grip, minimizing the likelihood of slippage.

Most other tires that perform miracles on tough roads struggle when the going get easy. Fortunately, that isn’t the case with this model. The All-Terrain Adventure with Kevlar offers excellent road manners to convince you to put it to everyday use.

Equally surprisingly, this model delivers as much feedback to the steering as a highway tire, not an all-terrain one. Traction on snow is also brilliant, while the speed with which it sends accumulated water out its treads leaves little chance for hydroplaning. Finally, the Three Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMS) rating and a 60,000-mile treadwear warranty further justify this model’s inclusion in this list.

#7. BFGoodrich All-Terrain TA KO2

The BFGoodrich All-Terrain TA KO2 is made for heavier loads and harsh driving conditions.

An aggressive tread pattern elevates this model’s traction for a safe driving experience on wet, snowy and mud-laden surfaces. Plus, its double-thick tread compound has lent the TA KO2 the toughness needed to tow and haul incredibly heavy loads.

Next comes its unique and (more importantly) deep tread pattern, which will enhance the towing vehicle’s handling and grip on uneven terrains. And with a reinforced sidewall stabilizing its boundary, this model won’t collapse under the weight put on it.

As if the above features weren’t enough to enhance this model’s traction, BFG provided it with side biter lugs and mud buster bars. The former give this model the ‘teeth’ needed to dig into snow. The mud buster bars, meanwhile, prevent dirt build-up.

Lastly, while its 50,000-mile treadwear warranty may raise expectations about this model’s tread life, how long this model will actually last depends on what kind of terrains it’s driven on. If you want it to keep going for years, drive on less-demanding roads.

#8. Firestone Transforce HT2

The Firestone Transforce HT2 is one of the few tires that come in both 8-ply and 10-ply versions.

As expected, the 10-ply version is the heavier of the two. It justifies the added pounds with a rigid tread blocks, thicker sidewall, and a tough tread compound, features which should convince you to use this model for towing and hauling heavy loads.

Begin with the rigid tread blocks, which have expanded this model’s contact patch. The result? Increased contact area for better grip and traction on dry and wet roads. As such, the risk of slippage during acceleration, braking, and cornering is slim.

Then comes the reinforced sidewall, which gives this tire the additional support and strength it needs to handle the increased loads towing will put on it. Moreover, a thicker sidewall also lowers the risk of punctures and any other form of tire failure.

Lastly, a tough tread compound is an excellent indicator of this model’s above-average durability. That is because its toughness enables the rubber to better resist premature wear, while also lowering the risk of track cracking and separation.