General Grabber AT3 vs Goodyear Wrangler All Terrain Adventure: The General Grabber AT3, launched in 2017, and the Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure, introduced in 2018, are heavyweights in the off-road all-terrain segment. With the Grabber AT3 showcasing its proven durability and the Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure excelling in rugged performance, this battle determines which tire dominates on trails, mud, and challenging terrain.
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Results: General Grabber AT3 vs Goodyear Wrangler All Terrain Adventure
Results below were taken from Pro Mobil All Terrain Tire Test with a total of 7 tires tested. The graph below shows the comparison between General Grabber AT3 vs Goodyear Wrangler All Terrain Adventure based on the relevant performance category. The General Grabber AT3 was set as a reference hence at the 100% mark.
As the Goodyear Wrangler All Terrain Adventure does not have the converted 3 peak mountain logo, snow performances was not tested for the Goodyear. The tire size of interest is 255/55 R18.
Gravel
On gravel handling, the Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure takes the lead with a speed of 64.2 km/h, 1.3 km/h faster than the General Grabber AT3’s 62.9 km/h. In gravel braking, the Grabber AT3 stops slightly quicker at 11.7 meters, a marginal 0.1-meter advantage over the Wrangler’s 11.8 meters. For gravel traction, both tires are evenly matched with a pulling force of 4.15 N.
Wrangler All Terrain Adventure :
- +2% in gravel handling
- -1% in gravel braking
- 0% in gravel traction
Sand/Mud
In sand traction, the General Grabber AT3 slightly outperforms the Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure with a pulling force of 1.9 N, just 0.03 N stronger than the Wrangler’s 1.87 N. However, in mud traction, the Wrangler takes the edge with 1.01 N, 0.07 N better than the Grabber’s 0.94 N.
Wrangler All Terrain Adventure :
- -2% in sand traction
- +7% in mud traction
Wet
In wet braking, the General Grabber AT3 stops in 39.7 meters, 0.8 meters shorter than the Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure’s 40.5 meters. For wet handling, the Grabber AT3 also has a slight edge, managing 76.8 km/h, 1.5 km/h faster than the Wrangler’s 75.3 km/h. However, in straight aquaplaning resistance, the Wrangler regains the lead at 60.7 km/h, outperforming the Grabber by 1.3 km/h.
Wrangler All Terrain Adventure :
- -2% in wet braking
- -2% in wet handling
- +2% in straight aquaplaning
Dry
In dry braking, the General Grabber AT3 stops in 44.4 meters, giving it a slight 0.2-meter advantage over the Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure’s 44.6 meters. For dry handling, the Wrangler takes the lead, achieving 89 km/h, 1.2 km/h faster than the Grabber’s 87.8 km/h.
Wrangler All Terrain Adventure :
- ~0% in dry braking
- +1% in dry handling
Noise
In exterior noise, the Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure is slightly quieter at 70.7 dB, a marginal 0.2 dB difference compared to the General Grabber AT3’s 70.9 dB.
Wrangler All Terrain Adventure :
- ~0% in exterior noise (-0.2 dB)
Rolling Resistance
In rolling resistance, the General Grabber AT3 performs better with 9.3 N/kN, offering 0.5 N/kN less resistance than the Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure’s 9.8 N/kN.
Wrangler All Terrain Adventure :
- -5% in rolling resistance
Conclusion from a Tire Expert’s Perspective:
From my perspective as a tire expert, both the General Grabber AT3 and Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure deliver impressive off-road capabilities, but they shine in different areas. The Grabber AT3 offers slightly better rolling resistance and wet performance, while the Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure edges ahead in gravel handling and mud traction. Ultimately, the choice depends on your priorities, but both are solid options for tackling tough terrain.
Dr Edwin Pang