Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 265/65R18

Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 265/65R18 114T On-Road All-Terrain Tire 009705

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ“ 265/65R18πŸš— SUV/Light Truck

πŸ’‘ Is the Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 265/65R18 a Good Tire?

Yes β€” the Bridgestone 265/65R18 is an Excellent-rated all-season all-terrain tire (127 surveys) suited for full-size SUVs and light trucks. Strong off-road capability for gravel and dirt trails, though highway noise may be noticeable at speed.

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About This Tire

The Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 265/65R18 is an all-terrain tire, designed for pickup truck, SUV, crossover, and Jeep drivers who prioritize off-road capability and on-road comfort in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on balancing highway manners with enhanced traction when pavement ends, including three-peak mountain snowflake certification for winter conditions.

The tire features Bridgestone's ENLITEN technology built into a resilient all-season compound, molded in a balanced symmetric pattern with broad shoulders and optimized tread block arrangement for confident highway tracking. Alternating scalloped shoulders provide additional bite in off-road situations while maintaining reasonable road noise levels. Driver feedback points to strong performance across wet and dry conditions, with comfort and durability standing out as notable strengths in real-world use.

Compared to highway-focused tires, it adds off-road traction while maintaining reasonable on-road manners. Overall, it's a solid choice for trucks and SUVs used for mixed driving that includes both daily commuting and occasional trail or work site access.

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TireRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 265/65R18
πŸ”οΈ All-terrain capability
⭐ Excellent (127 reviews)Daily highway commuting with occasional off-road needs🌀️ All Season
πŸ”οΈ All-terrain capability
⭐ Excellent (641 reviews)Mixed on-road and light off-road driving🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
⭐ Excellent (472 reviews)Daily highway commuting in SUVs and pickup trucks🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
⭐ Excellent (105 reviews)Daily highway commuting in light trucks and large SUVs🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
⭐ Excellent (171 reviews)Daily highway commuting and city driving🌀️ All Season
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Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 265/65R18
πŸ”οΈ All-terrain capability
Rating
⭐ Excellent (127 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting with occasional off-road needs
Season
🌀️ All Season
Vredestein Pinza AT 265/65R18
πŸ”οΈ All-terrain capability
Rating
⭐ Excellent (641 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Mixed on-road and light off-road driving
Season
🌀️ All Season
Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 265/65R18
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
Rating
⭐ Excellent (472 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting in SUVs and pickup trucks
Season
🌀️ All Season
Goodyear Wrangler Workhorse HT 265/65R18
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
Rating
⭐ Excellent (105 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting in light trucks and large SUVs
Season
🌀️ All Season
Goodyear Wrangler Steadfast HT 265/65R18
πŸ›£οΈ Highway all-season
Rating
⭐ Excellent (171 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting and city driving
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Winter Certified
Three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol certifies performance in severe snow conditions beyond basic all-season capability.
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ENLITEN Technology
Bridgestone's construction technology designed to create longer-lasting tread life and resist irregular wear patterns.
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Scalloped Shoulders
Alternating shoulder design provides enhanced grip for off-road traction while maintaining highway stability.
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Balanced Pattern
Symmetric tread design with optimized block arrangement delivers confident tracking on highways and trails.
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All-Condition Compound
Resilient rubber formulation maintains flexibility and grip across dry, wet, and light snow conditions.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Daily highway commuting with occasional off-road needsβœ“ Light truck and SUV owners requiring year-round tractionβœ“ Mixed driving including work sites and recreational trailsβœ“ Drivers seeking all-terrain capability without sacrificing comfort
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Specifications

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Size
265/65R18
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Load Index
114
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Speed Rating
T
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TirePath Editorial Review

4.5
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"Reliable and consistent, this all-terrain tire delivers excellent year-round traction for SUV drivers who need both highway comfort and off-road capability. The T speed rating limits high-speed performance compared to other options in this category."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Excellent
Survey Ratings127 reviews
CategoryOn-Road All-Terrain

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Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 265/65R18 114T On-Road All-Terrain Tire 009705
Size265/65R18
Season🌀️ All Season
VehicleSUV/Light Truck