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Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 LT275 /65 R18 123S E1 BSW

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LT275 /65 R18 123S E1 BSW
Item #126852
$315.00 /EA

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LT285 /65 R18 125S E1 BSW
Item #126782
$410.00 /EA

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Ratings

4.8

Features

All Season
50,000 mile warranty

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Michelin Defender LTX M/S2, LT275 /65 R18 123S E1 BSW


Get long-lasting highway confidence from the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 LT275/65R18 123S E1 BSW, a premium highway all-season tire built for SUV, crossover, and pickup drivers who want long tread life, confident wet-road braking, and a quiet, comfortable ride. This LT275/65R18 Defender LTX M/S2 is a popular LT-metric choice for select Ram 1500, Toyota Tundra, Nissan Titan, Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 models, plus similar vehicles using 18-inch wheels.

Why choose the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 in LT275/65R18?

  • Made for half-ton pickups, full-size SUVs, towing setups, and work-ready truck builds: The 123S E1 light-truck rating supports heavier payloads, towing setups, work use, and overland gear.

  • Long-lasting tread life: Michelin's EverTread 2.0 compound is engineered to resist wear under the higher loads and torque common in modern trucks and SUVs.

  • Even, stable road contact: MaxTouch 2.0 Technology helps distribute acceleration, braking, and cornering forces across the contact patch for smooth wear.

  • All-season control: The Defender LTX M/S2 is designed for dependable wet and snow grip while keeping highway ride comfort and low road noise in focus.

Popular vehicle fitments for LT275/65R18 Michelin Defender LTX M/S2

This tire size is commonly used on select trims of the Ram 1500, Toyota Tundra, Nissan Titan, Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500. It is also a strong option for similar trucks, crossovers, SUVs, and utility vehicles that use the same tire size, load rating, and wheel diameter.

Size and rating details

  • LT275/65R18: This size is designed for 18-inch wheels and helps shoppers match the tire to their vehicle's original or upgraded fitment.

  • 123S E1: The service description and load range identify the tire's load capability and intended vehicle use.

  • BSW: This version uses black sidewall styling for the finished look on the vehicle.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 LT275/65R18 good for daily driving?

Yes. The Defender LTX M/S2 is built for quiet highway comfort, long wear, wet-road confidence, and year-round driving for trucks, SUVs, crossovers, and utility vehicles.

What vehicles use the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 LT275/65R18?

Popular applications include select Ram 1500, Toyota Tundra, Nissan Titan, Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 models, along with comparable vehicles using the same size, load range, and speed rating.

Does the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 have a treadwear warranty?

Yes. Michelin lists a 50,000-mile limited treadwear warranty for S-speed-rated replacement sizes.

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADE (UTQG)

TreadwearN/A
TractionN/A
TemperatureN/A
SECTION WIDTH 275 / 285
ASPECT RATIO 65 / 65
RIM DIAMETER 18" / 18"
OVERALL DIAMETER 32.1" / 32.6"
RIM WIDTH RANGE 7.5" - 9.0" / 8.0" - 10.0"
WEIGHT 51 LBS / 54 LBS
TREAD DEPTH 14/32" / 14/32"
LOAD INDEX 123 / 125
LOAD RANGE E1 / E1
MAX PSI 80 PSI / 80 PSI
SPEED RATING Up to 112 mph / Up to 112 mph
SIDEWALL DESC. Black Side Wall / Black Side Wall
WARRANTY 50000 / 50000
VPN 39974 / 10763
GTIN 086699399748 / 086699107633

Defender LTX M/S2 Customer Reviews

All reviews are verified customer purchases.
4.8out of 5
Ratings By Review
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Average Customer Ratings
Cornering/Steering
5.0
Tread Life
5.0
Dry Traction
5.0
Ride Comfort
5.0
Wet Traction
5.0
Ride Noise
5.0
Most Recent
5
Anonymous
Yes, I would purchase this tire again.6/21/2026
    5out of 5
    Tread Life
    5out of 5
    Wet Traction
    5out of 5
    Cornering/Steering
    5out of 5
    Ride Noise
    5out of 5
    Ride Comfort
    5out of 5
    Dry Traction

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    5
    John M
    Yes, I would purchase this tire again.6/21/2026
      5out of 5
      Tread Life
      5out of 5
      Wet Traction
      5out of 5
      Cornering/Steering
      5out of 5
      Ride Noise
      5out of 5
      Ride Comfort
      5out of 5
      Dry Traction

      highly recommend discount tire johnsburg il store as Brian Mead's team is extraordinary!!!!! thanks team, JohnM

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      4.7
      Anonymous
      Yes, I would purchase this tire again.6/20/2026
        5out of 5
        Tread Life
        4out of 5
        Wet Traction
        5out of 5
        Cornering/Steering
        4out of 5
        Ride Noise
        5out of 5
        Ride Comfort
        5out of 5
        Dry Traction

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        5
        JIM H
        Yes, I would purchase this tire again.6/20/2026
          5out of 5
          Tread Life
          5out of 5
          Wet Traction
          5out of 5
          Cornering/Steering
          5out of 5
          Ride Noise
          5out of 5
          Ride Comfort
          5out of 5
          Dry Traction

          Very good tires I will definitely buy again

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          4.7
          Edmond P
          Yes, I would purchase this tire again.6/19/2026
            5out of 5
            Tread Life
            4out of 5
            Wet Traction
            5out of 5
            Cornering/Steering
            5out of 5
            Ride Noise
            4out of 5
            Ride Comfort
            5out of 5
            Dry Traction

            I bought these from Discount Tire because of my previous experience with their excellent service and warranty. I've owned these type tires before and got a long and satisfying life out of them, so bought another set and so far and just as pleased with them.

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