Fitment Guide

Ford F-150: All-Terrain vs Mud-Terrain Tires

Updated October 13, 2026

Choosing between all-terrain and mud-terrain tires for your Ford F-150 comes down to where you drive. Here is how the tire types compare for daily driving, towing and off-road use.

Tire types compared

	Highway (H/T)	All-terrain (A/T)	Mud-terrain (M/T)
Road noise	Quietest	Moderate	Loudest
Tread life	Longest	Long	Shorter
Snow and rain	Good	Good, many are 3PMSF rated	Fair on ice and wet pavement
Mud and rocks	Poor	Good	Best
Fuel economy impact	Lowest	Small	Noticeable

What works best on the F-150

On the F-150, a 33 inch all-terrain is the sweet spot: it fills the wheel wells after a 2 inch level without big changes to gearing or fuel economy.

Typical all-terrain upgrade size: 33 inch (e.g. 285/70R17, 275/70R18, 275/60R20).

How to choose

Mostly pavement with occasional dirt roads: all-terrain.
Regular trails, mud or rocks: mud-terrain or a rugged-terrain hybrid.
Winter driving: look for the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol.
Towing and payload: check the load range (SL, XL, C, D or E) against your needs.

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F-150 tires →All-terrain tires →Mud-terrain tires →Light-truck tires →

This guide is general information. Fitment varies by model year, trim, drivetrain and existing modifications. Always confirm fitment with the parts manufacturer or retailer before buying, and have safety-related parts installed by a qualified professional.