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70 R17 126S E1 BSW

Name: Defender LTX M/S2
Brand: Michelin
SKU: 44327
Price: 369 USD
Availability: InStoreOnly
Rating: 4.8 (3679 reviews)

Item #126853

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Features

All Season

50,000 mile warranty

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product info

Michelin Defender LTX M/S2

Shop the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 LT285/70R17 126S 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 LT285/70R17 Defender LTX M/S2 is a popular LT-metric choice for select Ford Bronco, Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Tacoma, Chevrolet Colorado ZR2, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator models, plus similar vehicles using 17-inch wheels.

Why choose the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 in LT285/70R17?

Made for half-ton pickups, full-size SUVs, towing setups, and work-ready truck builds: The 126S 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 LT285/70R17 Michelin Defender LTX M/S2

This tire size is commonly used on select trims of the Ford Bronco, Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Tacoma, Chevrolet Colorado ZR2, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Gladiator. 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

LT285/70R17: This size is designed for 17-inch wheels and helps shoppers match the tire to their vehicle's original or upgraded fitment.
126S 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.