Wherever I May Roam
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If you'll be driving dirt roads then LT is a must.
Case in point: I'm a member of a Sheriff's Search and Rescue team. Our SAR vehicles are all shod with LT tires. A few days ago we were called out on a search in a very remote area. The Sheriff's deputy accompanying us was driving a new Ford Expedition still wearing its OEM "P" rated tires. A rock went clean through the tread of his passenger side rear tire within 10 miles after we left pavement. None of the vehicles with LT tires had a problem.
This exact thing happened to me but I chalked it up to driving too quickly at regular road tire pressure, and on a much rougher road than usual. I understand LT's have a much stronger sidewall, however I can't find any concrete information regarding the tread/bottom tire part strength..
Either way, I got my answer - thank you all.