Toyo Tires Open Country A/T III
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Recommended, but it's tough on the environment.
Priced as of June 2, 2026
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CarCareTruth's Analysis
Last reviewed June 2, 2026
TL;DR A 3PMSF-certified all-terrain tire (UTQG Traction A, Treadwear 600) that independent tests show handling deep snow and hard pack well; a capable year-round choice for trucks and SUVs that see real winter use. ## What it is and how it performs P-metric sizes carry UTQG grades 600/A/B and a 3PMSF severe-snow stamp. SnoWest field testing found strong deep-snow and hard-pack results; TireTerrain independent tests show solid off-road scores across dirt, mud, and rock. Owner data trends toward long tread life consistent with the high Treadwear band; cross-platform odometer confirmation remains under the two-source threshold. This page covers the AT3 model across its full size range. ## Who should buy this, and who should skip it Right fit for a truck or SUV owner needing certified severe-snow capability with solid tread life and mixed on/off-road use. Skip if your use is pavement-only and quiet is the priority; a grand-touring all-season will outscore it on those axes. ## Safety and environmental impact Cured-rubber-and-steel construction; no chemical-exposure pathway from the tire in normal mounting and use. A Prop 65 warning appears on the listing, standard for tires. Tire-wear particles and 6PPD-quinone in road runoff are category-level concerns shared by all tires.
From the manufacturer
Marketing copy from Toyo Tires, via Amazon. Not editorial.
- •Product Type : Vehicle Tire
- •Package Dimensions : 31.7 " L X10.7 " W X31.7 " H
- •Country Of Origin : Japan
- •Package Weight : 42.0 Lbs
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Manufacturer specifications
- Brand
- Toyo Tires
- Size
- 265/70-17
- Rim Size
- 17 Inches
- Section Width
- 265 Millimeters
- Tire Aspect Ratio
- 70
- Load Index
- 115
- Tread Depth
- 11 32nds
- Tread Type
- Directional
- Maximum Pressure
- 725 Kilopascal
- Automotive Fit Type
- Vehicle Specific Fit
- Load Range
- LL
- Construction Type
- RADIAL
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