Nitto Tire Releases All-New Ridge Grappler Light Truck Tire

June 9, 2016

Nitto Tire Ridge Grappler

Nitto Tire U.S.A. Inc. has announced the release of the latest addition to its Grappler line of light truck tires, the Ridge Grappler.

Situated in between the Nitto Trail Grappler mud terrain and the Nitto Terra Grappler G2 all terrain, the Ridge Grappler offers drivers the best of both worlds. The Ridge Grappler makes use of a host of innovative technologies that set it in a class all to itself and make it the perfect balance between an off-road capable tire and a comfortable, quiet all-terrain tire.

Nitto Introduces the All New Ridge Grappler Light Truck Tire - Tire Closeup

Nitto Tire Ridge Grappler

Setting the Ridge Grappler apart is its dynamic hybrid tread pattern. To minimize the highway hum inherent in most aggressive tread designs, Nitto gave the Ridge Grappler noise-reducing variable-pitch tread blocks. This design was created through the use of advanced sound equipment with the goal of creating a pattern that provides a quiet and smooth highway ride.

When taken off-road, the alternating shoulder grooves help to clear mud quickly while the Lateral Z grooves give more biting edges for traction. Reinforced block foundations also add rigidity to reduce tread flex and the integrated stone ejectors work to reduce stone drilling and help protect the bottom of the groove.

The Ridge Grappler also comes available in an F load range rating in select sizes, which allows for higher carrying capacity at a higher inflation pressure compared to an E load range size.

Nitto Introduces the All New Ridge Grappler Light Truck Tire - Ridge Grappler Vehicles

“The Ridge Grappler offers our truck customers the perfect balance between aggressive tread design, capable off-road performance, and day-to-day ride comfort,” said Alan Ngo, Senior Staff Engineer of Nitto Tire U.S.A. Inc. “The Ridge Grappler is packed with exciting new technology that makes it one of the most capable and livable Grappler tires we’ve ever offered.”

The Ridge Grappler will be available in 30 popular sizes including fitments for Jeep Wranglers as well as 3/4 and 1-ton trucks and features two unique sidewall designs that let you chose what look works best for your vehicle. The product will be available starting in July 2016 with select sizes, and many more to follow throughout the year.

Full size listing:

Available July, 2016 Coming Soon
LT285/70R17 C 116/113Q LT265/70R17 E 121/118Q LT275/65R20 E 126/123Q
LT285/70R17 E 121/118Q LT285/75R17 C 117/114Q LT295/55R20 E 123/120Q
37×12.50R17LT D 124Q LT285/75R17 E 121/118Q LT295/60R20 E 126/123Q
37×12.50R20LT E 126Q LT295/70R17 E 121/118Q LT295/65R20 E 129/126Q
35×12.50R22LT F 121Q LT305/70R17 E 121/118Q LT305/55R20 F 125/122Q
33×12.50R17LT E 120Q 33×12.50R20LT F 119Q
35×12.50R17LT E 121Q 35×11.50R20LT E 124Q
LT275/65R18 E 123/120Q 35×12.50R20LT F 125Q
LT275/70R18 E 125/122Q 35×13.50R20LT F 126Q
LT285/65R18 E 125/122Q 33×12.50R22LT F 114Q
LT295/70R18 E 129/126Q 37×12.50R22LT F 127Q
33×12.50R18LT F 122Q
35×12.50R18LT F 128Q
37×12.50R18LT E 128Q

 

To learn more about the new Nitto Ridge Grappler or the rest of the Nitto Tire line, please visit www.nittotire.com. Join Nitto Tire on Facebook at www.facebook.com/NittoTire and on Twitter at @NittoTire.

* OutdoorX4 Magazine Promoting responsible 4×4 adventure travel and outdoor recreation