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Federal Xplora R/T

Rugged Terrain Light Truck tire

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    7.5

    Good

    Score breakdown:

    7.9

    Long lasting

    Good

    7.7

    Handling

    Good

    7.5

    Traction

    Good

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4.3

overall rating

86%

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Review breakdown

  • 9 out of 100
  • 13 out of 100
  • 6 out of 100
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified customer reviews.
The Federal Xplora R/T tires have received predominantly positive reviews from customers, with praise for their performance, appearance, and value.
The Federal Xplora R/T tires are generally well-received by customers, offering a good balance of off-road capability, on-road performance, and value. They are particularly praised for their aggressive looks and versatile performance in various terrains. While some users report issues with road noise, this seems to be an expected trade-off for the aggressive tread pattern. Overall, these tires appear to be a popular choice for those seeking a capable all-terrain tire at a competitive price point.

Scorecard

Dry

4.8

Wet

4.4

Winter

4.2

Comfort

4.3

Noise

3.7

Treadwear

4.3

28 SimpleTire reviews

Joe
3.5
2015 RAM 1500 big-horn
Verified Customer
Mar 22, 2022

Bought these a year and a half ago. At first the tires were excellent. Love the aggressive look and grip was great in all conditions. Unfortunately it only took about one year (8k miles) until that grip in wet/snowy conditions went away. And tread life is horrible. Only have 13k on them and they're at half tread. Was really hoping to get 30-40k out of these but I'll be running slicks by that point. I liked the price point before prices of everything went up, but don't think I'll be running these again.

Mac
3
Nissan Frontier 2016 SV
Verified Customer
Mar 3, 2022

Good dry traction off and on road. On pavement very loud at low speeds and in corners. Good in loose snow, abysmal on ice/hardpack. Impressive in mud. Seem to be wearing well. Good overall value, but Ill be trying something else next. 10k so far 285/75R16

Tim
4.5
Toyota Tacoma 2006 Pre Runner 4x2 Double Cab
Verified Customer
Nov 1, 2021

Love these tires. Great handling and tread wear is awesome. Not a lot of noise considering how meaty they are. Best tire at a great price.

Joe
3.5
Ford F-150 2016 XLT 4x4
Verified Customer
Oct 17, 2021

There great tires especially in winter. Just a little noisy but that's to be expected with a more aggressive tire I would definitely buy them again

Wes
4
Dodge Ram 2500 2001 4x4
Verified Customer
Oct 16, 2021

I bought a set of these in size 35/12.50r20 for my Dodge Ram 2500 and they work real well when it comes to getting traction in all terrains. No issues so far and they've been on for right at 10k miles. Still have about 2/3 of tread life in them. Would recommend for a good all around tire if you want the more aggressive look for a cheaper price. They are a little noisy but I enjoy the way they sound.

Alex
4.5
Verified Customer
Sep 17, 2021

I've owned two pairs (01 TrailBlazer Outlander Build 305/60/17 & now 2012 Silverado 33x12.5x22) of these in the last 3 years and have to say that aside from the Kenda Klevers, these "RT" are the best tires I've owned. They perform on par with the Toyo MTs and better than the ATs that I've owned. However the compound is harder than the Toyo compound so expect more road noise than the Toyo ATs but less than the MT. I took these up to 4k feet above sea level to go hunting and the performed great on the snowy terrain after airing down to 20-30psi. They've got no issue on dry terrain and mud terrain as long as you know what you're doing. Will never buy Toyos again. Go with these or the Kendas.

David
3
Jeep Wrangler 2021 Sport S V6
Verified Customer
Sep 13, 2021

I just put on 35X1250R20E FED XPLORA R/T 10PLY in my 2021 Wrangler JLU, with 54lbs pressure front and back. Is this too much? Seems too bouncy and lots of oversteer. I've upgraded the steering stabilizer and steering box. Any suggestions?

Micah
5
Chevrolet Tahoe 1998 LT 4x4
Verified Customer
May 15, 2021

The day after got them put on went on a 2,000 mile road trip to the mountain to go camping they did amazing on off road mountain trails and the drive there was smooth and quit never had a problem on the wet twisted mountain road so in the first week put about 4,500 miles on them and still look good will be getting another set next year

JEREMY
4
Ford F-150 XLT 2013 4x4 Super Crew Cab
Verified Customer
Apr 15, 2021

After mounting these two new tires on the back like suggested, my truck drives like its on ice. I'm so scared of this thing and my girlfriend refuses to drive it. The "roll" in turns is excessive to say the least. A couples times my trailer sway control engaged it was so bad. I've tried 40,50,60,70 pounds of air. Nothing makes it any better. Be careful would not recommend.

Christopher
5
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ 2012 4x2
Verified Customer
Mar 13, 2021

Bought these at an amazing price, was going to spend $240 per tire somewhere else but got an amazing deal with simply tire, I will write a review for this specific tire but overall I cannot complain with how fast the shipping was and the easy use of this website.

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Get technical:

Federal's Xplora R/T is a rough terrain tire that's designed for use on light trucks and SUVs and offers drivers excellent off road traction, strong on road performance, and a quiet, comfortable ride.



Features & Benefits

  • Tread is designed for use off-road
  • Black sidewall
  • Computer optimized design reduces road noises for a comfortable, smooth, and quiet ride

Conquering trails is a must for some drivers, so finding a set of tires that's tough enough to withstand the roughest terrains is a must. Built for drivers of light trucks and SUVs, the Xplora R/T from Federal features stone ejectors within the grooves that force out rocks, stones, and other debris to enhance traction and prevent premature wear. The Xplora R/T's cut and chip resistant rubber compound enhances durability, while a linear center tread block design strengthens straight line stability for predictable handling.

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Vehicle
Mileage Warranty
N/A
Load Index
3086 lbs/2756 lbs (120/116)
Max Speed
100 MPH (Q)
Load Range
E (10 Ply)
Sidewall
Blackwall
Tread Depth
16/32nds
Inflation Pressure
80 PSI
Part Number
K4DE6AFA
Tire Weight
35 lbs
Section Width
9.8"
Rim Range
6.5-8.0"
Overall Diameter
30.5"
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No, the Federal Xplora R/T tires is not noisy on paved roads. The Xplora R/T's combination of staggered tread blocks, sipe placement and tread block alignment is computer tuned to suppress road noise.

Yes, the Federal Xplora R/T is durable. The tread compound of the Xplora R/T is designed to resist cuts, chips and punctures in rough off-road used.

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Xplora R/T ∙ 10 sizes available