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    7.3

    Good

    Score breakdown:

    6.9

    Long lasting

    N/A

    8.0

    Handling

    Great

    7.4

    Traction

    Good

  • Based in Thailand, Thunderer Tire is a member of the Deestone family that designs and engineers tires with North American drivers in mind. They manufacture tires for a wide range of vehicles, such as passenger cars, light trucks, SUVs, or specialty, commercial, or trailer tires, at various price points for different budgets.

    The Thunderer Ranger R402 is perfect for service trucks and route vans. It is a commercial-grade light truck tire that features an enhanced load capacity and upgraded ply rating. But is this the right tire for you and your ride? Let’s take a look at this Thunderer Ranger R402 review.

    Features and Benefits

    The Ranger R402 is Thunderer's extreme performance tire engineered with top-level traction. Let’s take a look at the Thunderer Ranger R402 tire review to help understand all its features and benefits at a glance:

    • Longer tread life: The tire displays a twin steel belt construction that enhances strength and durability for a higher load-carrying capacity and a longer tread life.
    • Solid handling: The Ranger R402 has an all-season tread pattern for year-round traction and handling performance.
    • Reduced hydroplaning: Chevron-shaped tread design channels water away to resist hydroplaning for superior performance, while a unique tread design delivers better control in wet conditions.
    • Great traction: The Ranger R402 has a reinforced sidewall protecting the tire against scuffs, chips, and abrasions.

    The wheel size ranges from 15 to 16 inches, making it ideal for a wide range of commercial-grade light trucks on the road today.

    Pros and Cons

    Before deciding whether to buy the Thunderer Ranger R402, let’s examine a few factors that can help you determine whether the tire is right for you.

    PROS:

    • Ideal to be used on service trucks and route vans
    • Twin steel belted construction enhances strength and durability and aids in a higher load-carrying capacity
    • Reinforced sidewall protects the tire against scuffs, chips, and abrasions
    • All-season tread pattern enhances handling performance
    • Low rolling resistance design delivers fuel efficiency

    While Thunderer makes a good claim about the Ranger R402’s performance, some shortcomings may divide opinions.

    CONS:

    • It cannot be used when temperatures are consistently below 45 degrees Fahrenheit
    • The ride is firmer than its closest premium competitors
    • It does not come backed by a limited manufacturer tread life warranty

    SimpleTire’s view on Thunderer Ranger R402 tires

    The Ranger R402 is an all-season tire that delivers a quiet, smooth ride and long-wearing. It is possible because of the chevron tread design. Engineered for light truck applications requiring 6, 8 & 10 ply ratings. Q, R, S, and T are rated for proper fitment and load-carrying capacity. The tread grooves help to evacuate water and reduce hydroplaning. Made with a twin steel belted construction that enhances strength and durability, it delivers a higher load-carrying capacity and a longer tread life. Additionally, a reinforced sidewall resists scuffs, heavy-duty tread formulation, all-season tread design, and low rolling resistance help in low rolling resistance that enhances fuel efficiency. With its fantastic attributes, this tire boasts a solid SimpleScore of 7.5, encompassing 8.2 for handling, a remarkable 6.9 for longevity, and a 7.8 for traction.

    Tires have a range of attributes, and what matters most to you will guide your choice. When it comes to longevity, the Avon Avanza AV11 stands out with a longevity SimpleScore of 8. If a comprehensive warranty is essential, the Arroyo Van Pro offers a 40,000-mile limited tread wear warranty.

    Vehicles the Thunderer Ranger R402 is a good replacement tire for

    This tire is an ideal choice for a wide range of commercial vehicles on the roads. Consider the Thunderer Ranger R402 if you drive a Dodge Journey, Ford Transit, Fiat Ducato, Jeep Liberty, Tata Yodha, and many more.

    19 reviews

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    4.7

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    Review breakdown

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    Scorecard

    Dry

    4.9

    Wet

    4.8

    Winter

    4.4

    Comfort

    4.8

    Noise

    4.8

    Treadwear

    4.6

    13 SimpleTire reviews

    Billy
    5
    Volkswagen EuroVan 1997 Camper (C-Type Tires)
    Verified Customer
    Oct 1, 2021

    This is a great tire option for Rialta owners. I'm very pleased with how they handle and that the DOT date showed they were manufactured as of this year. For a tire that's hard-to-find for this make of RV, I'm very glad to know I have a resource to go to that will keep our rig on the road.

    Eric
    5
    Verified Customer
    Aug 27, 2020

    Have not driven them in winter conditions, and have not had them long enough to judge tread life, but they are solid tires, and handle very well on the highway, as well as off road. I am very happy with them.

    Rogelio
    4
    Verified Customer
    Aug 15, 2020

    Have had the tire for 3 months, so far so good, overall a great value for the buck!

    Robin
    5
    Verified Customer
    Jul 21, 2020

    I bought these tires because they were rated for my cargo van. I have had them for over a year with no issues whatsoever.

    brad
    4.5
    Verified Customer
    Mar 31, 2020

    great tires but have not used them on snow or ice yet

    Robert Bridenstine
    5
    Verified Customer
    Aug 24, 2019

    Running the 205/75R16 8 ply on my big Chris Craft boat that weighs over 7000lbs all over including hundreds of miles on interstates at the speed limit plus. Have never had one issue at all. Love them

    Randy
    4
    Verified Customer
    May 19, 2019

    Half the cost of original Continental Vancouver Four Season, similar ride but n out as good on wet roads.

    Daniel
    5
    Verified Customer
    Sep 26, 2018

    Amazing tire so far

    Brad
    5
    Verified Customer
    Sep 25, 2018

    Great tire quiet and no issues. Bought as a spare and added in to our rotation. Compares to tires that cost alot more.

    Brad
    5
    Verified Customer
    Aug 25, 2018

    Great tires. Nice and quiet with good fraction on wet surfaces. Will definitely buy again when needed.

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