The Waterfall LT-300 is built on the proven success of their LT-200 light truck tire and upgraded it for extra load capacity and the specs needed for a commercial tire. They then redesigned it around a heavy-duty rubber compound for use in warmer conditions, upped the tire’s load capacity, and optimized the tire’s contact patch to put more rubber in contact with the road for better handling and stability, shorter braking distances, and long, even wear. The result is a tire that’s up to the demands of commercial service, whether it’s long hours on the interstate or the stop-and-go action of city driving.

But don’t just take our word for it – let’s go in for a closer look with this Waterfall LT-300 review:

Features and Benefits

Here are just a few of the things to look for with the Waterfall LT-300:

• Block Stabilization Technology ties tread blocks together to boost rigidity and enhance cornering performance and braking
• Open shoulders, three wide circumferential grooves, and angled/lateral grooves evacuate water from the tire’s contact patch and resist a tendency to hydroplane on wet pavement
• Smart Tire Technology lowers rolling resistance to cut emissions and boost fuel economy
• The casing and belt package were redesigned for weight reduction
• Durable tread compound resists damage from cuts, chips, punctures, abrasions
• The stepped shoulder is designed for confident steering response and handling in wet or dry conditions
• Advanced tread formulation is optimized for long, even wear properties and consistent traction in wet conditions
• Rubber formulation is designed for warmer temperatures, with good heat dissipation
• The tread pitch is computer-tuned to cancel certain frequencies and resonances, keeping road noise low
• Solid center rib boosts straight-line stability and road manners as well as steering response

Pros and Cons

So, is this Waterfall tire the right tire for you? Before you decide, let’s take a look at the tire’s pros and cons.

PROS:

• Ideal for use on work trucks and cargo vans
• Low noise and refined ride quality
• Handling is accurate and predictable
• Solid grip on wet or dry pavement

CONS:

• The tire cannot be used when temperatures are consistently below 45 degrees Fahrenheit
• Not good in mud or offroad
• Some drivers report more noise on certain pavement surfaces
• Not for use year-round
• No treadwear mileage warranty

SimpleTire’s view on Waterfall LT-300 tires

Operators of commercial fleets know that downtime due to a failed tire on a fleet vehicle can be a real problem. It can mean a missed delivery, missed deadline, irritated customer, or worse yet, an accident due to loss of control or a blowout. For fleet applications such as service vans, route P&D vans, or other commercial vehicles, you need a tire that can stand up to long hours of service and heavy loads in changing weather conditions without flinching.

That’s where the Waterfall LT300 excels. The Waterfall LT300 is designed for great traction in wet or dry weather with its open shoulders, three circumferential grooves, and a dense pattern of angled and lateral grooves. Handling, cornering, and steering response are all stable and predictable, thanks in part to that wide, flat contact patch that maintains more rubber contact with the road. Braking distances are short for a secure feeling of safety, and even though the Waterfall LT300 doesn’t come with a mileage warranty (most commercial light truck tires don’t), it’s a capable tire that you can count on for great wear properties and long service. We should mention, though, that this tire is not designed for colder weather – its tread formulation will stiffen up and lose traction on colder days, and should not be used if temperatures are below 40-45 degrees F.

Vehicles the Waterfall LT-200 is a replacement tire for

• Chevrolet Silverado 3500
• Ford Transit
• GMC Sierra 2500HD
• Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
• Nissan Titan
• RAM ProMaster