Tire review for the big boys, falken at3w on f250

[redthies]

Anyone know where are Falkens made?

Found the answer to my own question. Apparently Sumitomo (Falkens parent) bought Goodyear/Dunlop North America in 2016 and since then all Falken tires are now produced in the GY/D plants in the eastern USA. I may end up giving these a go if they are not way more dough than the Coopers.

 

[CCH]

Since I’m looking at both, what led you to pick the AT3 over the Falkens? I’m leaning the AT3 way based on positive experiences with Cooper, but I’m definitely interested in the Falkens.

Anyone know where are Falkens made?

I went with the Coopers because I've had good experiences with Cooper ATPs and ST Maxxes (wanted these, but really not ideal for my all around use) in the past, and had read some good reviews (here and elsewhere) as to the Cooper AT3 performance on heavier trucks, especially carrying a load. I hadn't seen many reports on the Falkens used on 3/4 ton+ trucks, but they get good reviews in most other applications.

Some Falkens are made in the U.S. (Buffalo), and I've read some are made in Thailand. Likely some are made elsewhere. Don't know on the Wildpeaks, but I was under the impression they're imported. I do not know that for sure though.