BFGoodrich KO3 vs Falken Wildpeak A/T4W
The KO3 and the Wildpeak A/T4W are the two all-terrains everybody cross-shops right now, and on paper they're closer than the price gap suggests. Both carry the three-peak snowflake, both come in everything from 15s to 22s, and both are built for trucks that work. The differences are warranty, weight, tread depth, and what you pay, and we've got the actual numbers.
Updated October 15, 2026
Quick verdict
Buy the Wildpeak A/T4W unless you have a reason not to. It carries a longer treadwear warranty, starts with deeper tread in LT sizes, and costs less per tire. Buy the KO3 if weight matters to you (it's about 5 pounds lighter per tire in LT285/70R17, 20 pounds a set) or if your size only comes in a KO3.
BFGoodrich KO3
Best for: Lighter LT tires, the widest size choice, and the name every trail guide already knows
Strengths
- ✓About 5 lb lighter per tire than the A/T4W in LT285/70R17
- ✓More sizes than the Falken, including 19" sizes the A/T4W doesn't come in
- ✓Snow-rated (3PMSF) with a 50,000-mile warranty
Weaknesses
- ✗Costs more per tire
- ✗Shorter warranty than the A/T4W
- ✗Less starting tread depth in LT sizes
Falken Wildpeak A/T4W
Best for: Most truck owners: longer warranty, deeper tread, and a lower price for the same snow rating
Strengths
- ✓Longest warranty here: up to 65,000 miles on P-metric, 60,000 on LT
- ✓18/32" of tread to start in LT285/70R17, 2/32" more than the KO3
- ✓Snow-rated (3PMSF) and cheaper per tire
Weaknesses
- ✗Heavier, especially in LT sizes
- ✗Fewer sizes than the KO3
- ✗Newer tire with less long-term wear history
Spec Comparison
| Attribute | BFGoodrich KO3 | Falken Wildpeak A/T4W | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tire type | All-terrain | All-terrain | Tie |
| Severe snow rated (3PMSF) | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Treadwear warranty | Up to 50,000 miles | Up to 65,000 miles (60,000 on LT sizes) | Falken Wildpeak A/T4W |
| Tread depth, LT285/70R17 | 16/32" | 18/32" | Falken Wildpeak A/T4W |
| Weight, LT285/70R17 | 60.5 lb | 65.4 lb | BFGoodrich KO3 |
| Overall diameter, LT285/70R17 | 32.8" | 33.0" | Tie |
| Sizes available | 108 sizes, 15" to 22" wheels | 95 sizes, 15" to 22" wheels | BFGoodrich KO3 |
| Price at NTW, 285/70R17 (Oct 2026) | From $321 | From $303 | Falken Wildpeak A/T4W |
When to Choose Each
Daily driver that sees dirt on weekends
Same snow rating, longer warranty, and you keep the price difference.
Towing and hauling in LT sizes
Both come in LT load ranges built for it. Pick on price and warranty, which points to the Falken.
Winter commuting
Both carry the three-peak mountain snowflake.
Keeping weight down on a smaller truck
Five pounds a corner is noticeable on a midsize truck or an older half-ton.
An uncommon size
The KO3 comes in more sizes, so it may be the only one of the two that fits.
Switching sizes when you upgrade? Check the fitment first — our free calculator compares diameter, ride-height, and speedometer error.
Tire Size Calculator →Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Wildpeak A/T4W better than the KO3?+
For most trucks, yes on value: it has a longer treadwear warranty, more starting tread in LT sizes, and a lower price, with the same snow rating. The KO3 wins on weight and size selection.
Which lasts longer, the KO3 or the A/T4W?+
The A/T4W carries the longer warranty: up to 65,000 miles on P-metric sizes and 60,000 on LT, versus up to 50,000 for the KO3. It also starts with deeper tread in LT285/70R17 (18/32" vs 16/32").
Are both tires snow-rated?+
Yes. Both carry the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) for severe snow.
Which is lighter?+
The KO3. In LT285/70R17 it weighs about 60.5 lb against the A/T4W at about 65.4 lb.
How do they compare on price?+
At NTW in 285/70R17 (October 2026) the A/T4W started at $303 per tire and the KO3 at $321. Prices change; check your exact size.
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Check your size in both
NTW stocks the KO3 and the Wildpeak A/T4W. See every size and the current price for your truck.