Which is better for towing a heavy trailer?

The Nitto Mud Grappler. Its Load Range E, 10-ply construction carries 3,200 lbs per tire versus 2,270 lbs for the Falken's Load Range C.

The Nitto starts with 21/32 in of tread versus 18.9/32 in on the Falken, so it has more tread to wear through. Mud tires on both wear faster than all-terrains on pavement.

Will the Falken fit my 20-inch wheels?

No. The Falken Wildpeak M/T listed here is a 31x10.50R15LT for 15-inch wheels. The Nitto is the 20-inch option in this pair.

Is the Nitto worth the extra money?

It is only worth it if you need the 35-inch size and 3,200 lb load rating. If a 31-inch Load Range C tire fits your vehicle, the Falken does the job with a softer ride.

Which is quieter on the highway?

The Falken, generally. Its 6-ply Load Range C build and smaller size make it less harsh than the Nitto's 10-ply 35-inch mud tire, though both are loud mud tires.

Do both have the same speed rating?

Yes. Both are Q-rated, which caps them at 99 mph.

Nitto Mud Grappler 35X12.50R20 Tire vs Falken Wildpeak M/T

Buy the Nitto Mud Grappler if you need a 35-inch, 20-inch-wheel mud tire with a 3,200 lb load rating and 10-ply Load Range E construction. Buy the Falken Wildpeak M/T if you want a lighter-duty 31-inch tire on a 15-inch wheel with a softer Load Range C ride. The Nitto is $525.99 at Amazon as of November 6, 2026; no price was given for the Falken.

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