Maxxis Tires is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cheng Shin Rubber Industry Co. and was established in 1967. The tire manufacturer is headquartered in Yuanlin, Taiwan, and produces high-quality tires for a wide range of applications including passenger vehicles, trailers, bicycles, ATVs/UTVs, light commercial vehicles, motorcycles, lawn & garden equipment, industrial applications, caravans, and karts.

The Maxxis M301 Bighorn 3.0, Front is an ATV/UTV tire that is based on the very popular Bighorn and Bighorn 2.0 tires. It is suitable for use on the front axles of ATVs and UTVs and is engineered to provide the extra grip and durability required to perform in challenging terrains like deep mud, sand, gravel, and dirt. Additionally, the M301 Bighorn 3.0, Front is optimized for seamless maneuverability.

Read this Maxxis M301 Bighorn 3.0, Front review to learn about its advanced features, strengths and weaknesses, compatibility, sizes, and our verdict based on SimpleScore.

Features and Benefits

Like most ATV/UTV tires, the Maxxis M301 Bighorn 3.0, Front is also engineered to perform in challenging off-road conditions like mud, dirt, sand, gravel, and some on-road conditions. Additionally, it features a high-flotation design that avoids sinking. Let’s take a look at the top features of this tire and their corresponding benefits.

• Effortless maneuverability – The tire features an advanced directional tread design that boosts maneuverability. The compound as well as the wider footprint of the tire ensures better control and steering precision.
• Solid durability – Maxxis has ensured that the tire remains high in quality on the durability front and therefore a reinforced 6-ply radial construction has been utilized. Additionally, the rubber compound and sturdy tread blocks also contribute to increasing the durability and strength of the tire.
• Improved grip and traction – Thanks to the larger contact patch, the tire offers better grip while driving in varied terrains. Similarly, the tread blocks have sharper edges that bite the surface and hold the rocks while climbing very well to improve traction performance.
• Smooth rides and faster acceleration – The center tread blocks are intelligently placed to offer smooth rides, whereas the lightweight construction of the tire contributes to achieving faster acceleration during cross-country and off-road racing.
• Optimum self-cleaning – The tire features tread blocks with wider gaps to ensure that the tread remains clean and doesn’t let dirt, mud, or any other substance stuck in the contact patch area for optimum surefootedness, grip, and traction.

The M301 Bighorn 3.0, Front is offered in 12- and 14-inch rims, and some of its popular sizes are listed below:

• 29x9.00R14
• 29x9.00R12
• 27x9.00R14
• 27x9.00R12
• 28x9.00R14

Pros and Cons

Having covered the key features of the M301 Bighorn 3.0, Front, let’s now look at the pros and cons of this ATV/UTV tire.

PROS:

• Offers better traction performance than its competition.
• Comes with tough 6-ply rated radial construction for improved durability and strength.
• Longer service life than its rivals.
• Optimized for better maneuverability, control, and steering precision.
• Offers smooth rides and quick acceleration.

CONS:

• Not suitable for use in extreme winter weather conditions on thick ice and snow.
• Doesn’t come with tread life warranty coverage.
• Not a D.O.T.-approved tire and can’t be used on paved roads.

SimpleTire’s view on Maxxis M301 Bighorn 3.0, Front tires

The Maxxis M301 Bighorn 3.0, Front is an excellent choice for those who need front axle tires for their ATV or UTV applications. The tire is slightly more expensive than the competitors but offers better traction performance, which is proved by its 9.0 out of 10 SimpleScore rating in the traction area.

Likewise, the tire sports a robust 6-ply radial construction for improved durability and strength. The durability standard of the tire is proven by the 9.0 SimpleScore rating. Even on the longevity front too, the tire scores an equal 9.0 SimpleScore rating. This means, when compared to many of its competitors, the M301 Bighorn 3.0, Front can offer a longer service life.

The USP of this tire is its exceptional maneuverability, control, and steering precision. Therefore, with these tires mounted on wheels, you won’t feel much lag. Additionally, as the tire is optimized for off-road and cross-country racing, it has elements that improve ride quality and acceleration ability.

Buyers must remember that the tire doesn’t come with any tread life warranty and is also not made for use in winter weather conditions on thick ice or snow, as it is not Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certified. Moreover, the tire is not D.O.T.-approved and should not be used on paved roads.

The M301 Bighorn 3.0, Front has its competition with the following tires in the country:

• Atturo Trail Blade X/T SxS
• Kenda Mastodon HT K3201 (Front)
• Greenball Dirt Commander 2.0
• Duro DI2039
• Kanati Mongrel
• Hercules TIS UT1
• Power King Terrarok A/T
• Vee Rubber Mercenary
• Deestone D942

Vehicles the Maxxis M301 Bighorn 3.0, Front is a good replacement tire for

The Maxxis M301 Bighorn 3.0, Front can be used as a good replacement choice for ATVs, UTVs, and various other Side-by-Side (SxS) vehicles used in off-road and cross-country racing championships.