Nitto Nomad Grappler 255/65R18
Nitto Nomad Grappler 255/65R18 XL 115T On-Road All-Terrain Tire 212140
💡 Is the Nitto Nomad Grappler 255/65R18 a Good Tire?
The Nitto Nomad Grappler 255/65R18 is an all-season on-road all-terrain tire designed for mid-size SUVs and crossovers. It delivers balanced dry traction and capable wet performance through its hybrid tread design that bridges highway touring and light off-road capability. Ride comfort is good with moderate road noise levels, while tread life is competitive for the all-terrain category. Rated Excellent by TireRack based on 164 consumer surveys, it handles light gravel and dirt roads well but lacks the aggressive tread blocks needed for serious off-road terrain. Currently priced from $243, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Nitto Nomad Grappler 255/65R18 is an all-season tire designed for CUV, SUV, Jeep, and pickup truck drivers who prioritize versatile on-road comfort and light off-road capability in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on delivering traction across dry, wet, and loose surface conditions while maintaining highway refinement.
The tire features a symmetric tread pattern with interlocking tread blocks that have tapered edges for enhanced grip, while variable pitch tread blocks of different sizes work to reduce road noise. Two wide, staggered circumferential grooves channel water to lateral notches for hydroplaning resistance, and triangular sipes within the tread blocks provide additional traction on wet and icy surfaces. The tire carries the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) certification for severe snow service. Driver feedback points to strong wet and dry performance with notable comfort levels and predictable handling characteristics.
Compared to highway-focused tires, it adds off-road traction while maintaining reasonable on-road manners. Overall, it's a solid choice for SUVs and trucks used primarily for daily driving with occasional light trail or gravel road use in varied weather conditions.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Nitto Nomad Grappler 255/65R18 🏔️ All-terrain capability | $243 | ⭐ Excellent (164 reviews) | Daily highway commuting with occasional gravel roads | 🌤️ All Season |
🏔️ All-terrain capability | $166.87 | ⭐ Good (84 reviews) | Daily commuting with occasional gravel or dirt road travel | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Highway all-season | $177.66 | ⭐ Good (78 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in pickup trucks and SUVs | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Touring all-season | $233.99 | ⭐ Excellent (54 reviews) | Daily commuting in crossovers and SUVs | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Highway all-season | $233.99 | ⭐ Excellent (55 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in varied weather | 🌤️ All Season |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"We consider this a versatile all-terrain tire that excels at daily commuting while handling light off-road duties with confidence. The T speed rating limits high-speed highway performance compared to sportier alternatives."
