RBP Repulsor R/T vs Toyo Open Country R/T tires

Some of the roughest terrain conditions for vehicles and their tires include mud, gravel, rock, dirt, and sand. Buyers would consider purchasing rugged terrain tires that provide great traction and durability to guarantee high performance in such challenging conditions. These tires are frequently seen with aggressive tread patterns, reinforced sidewalls, and other sturdy tread components that place them in between all-terrain tires and mud-terrain tires. Such characteristics are ideal for a stable ride on rough terrain. You will see tire manufacturers using the terms X/T (Extreme Terrain) and R/T to denote ‘Rugged Terrain’ tires.

On one side of the tire comparison today is the American tire manufacturer RBP Tires which commenced making tires in 2011. Since the start, this manufacturer has developed several aimed to provide strong, long-lasting tires for off-road use on 4x4 trucks, and the RBP Repulsor R/T is no exception.

Facing off against RBP is Toyo, a Japanese manufacturer who arrived on the US shores in 1966. However, its portfolio is much wider than RBP and it is known for UHP (Ultra High Performance), all-terrain, all-season, and commercial tires. Toyo is also known for its participation in motorsports, which means some of its tires are influenced by unique handling and traction characteristics.

Each of the tires has been rated as per our proprietary grading system called SimpleScore.

RBP Repulsor R/T tires

The strong traction gained from the mix of 3-ply sidewall construction and a robust, technologically superior mud-terrain and all-terrain hybrid design helps the RBP Repulsor R/T scale different terrains. This tire thus finds the going easy even in challenging weather conditions, being specially made for light trucks, Jeeps, and lifted SUVs. The ideal tire design of the Repulsor R/T helps lower road noise and vibrations, therefore enabling a comfortable, peaceful ride on paved roads.

Although unavailable with a limited manufacturer tread life warranty, RBP gives the Repulsor R/T an aggressive tread pattern, open shoulder slots, and a tough carcass. As a result, this tire receives an average Simple Score of 7.4.

Toyo Open Country R/T tires

Made for full-sized pickup trucks able to traverse any tough terrain, the Toyo Open Country R/T is an all-terrain tire. If you are looking for a set of durable, long-lasting, smooth tires that offer good performance and traction across challenging terrain, this could be considered the perfect solution. With a limited manufacturer tread life warranty and a dual sidewall design, the aggressively styled Open Country tire is Its exceptional off-road traction and durability qualities come from the robust polyester composition. As per the above, we found the Open Country R/T fit for an average SimpleScore of 8.3.

RBP Repulsor R/T vs Toyo Open Country R/T tires on traction

The RBP Repulsor R/T has open-notched shoulders and aggressive tread blocks that rapidly eliminate debris like mud, dirt, rocks, and stones from the tread for constant traction. With a 3-ply sidewall structure for grip in challenging weather conditions and a distinctive, technologically sophisticated hybrid design that includes features from mud-terrain and all-terrain tires, the Repulsor R/T yields an average traction score of 7.3.

Along with enhancing off-road traction and increasing general grip on the Toyo Open Country R/T, open, scalloped shoulder blocks discharge muck and snow from open channels. To maintain the tread clean and offer consistent traction, stone, and mud ejectors clear stones, dirt, and other debris. Two different looks and the best tread pattern come from a customized dual sidewall design that also reduces road noise, leading to a comfortable ride. Based on the above, the Open Country R/T receives an average traction score of 8.2.

ADVANTAGE: Toyo Open Country R/T

RBP Repulsor R/T vs Toyo Open Country R/T tires on handling

There’s more rubber on the road for improved handling and stability thanks to RBP's large footprint. The open-notched shoulders of the tire and its ideal tread pattern are other vital features ensuring strong general performance. Armed with an average handling score of 7.6, the RBP Repulsor R/T offers better performance on wet than dry surfaces.

Through a mix of off-road characteristics and on-road skills, the Toyo tire is renowned for providing consistent performance on demanding terrain. Along with 3-ply construction for LT-metric and Flotation sizes and 2-ply construction for P/Euro-metric sizes, the durable rubber compound and the high turn-up polyester construction improve handling performance. We found the Toyo Open Country R/T suitable for an average handling score of 8.6.

ADVANTAGE: Toyo Open Country R/T

RBP Repulsor R/T vs Toyo Open Country R/T tires on longevity

The RBP has reinforced sidewalls with sophisticated rubber compositions that offer improved off-road protection than the one above. However, one area of concern for the RBP is the lack of a limited manufacturer tread life warranty. There's a robust 3-ply sidewall to make this tire stronger and help it withstand damages to prolong tread life. We found the Repulsor R/T suitable for an average longevity score of 7.5.

There are several tire sizes for the Toyo Open Country R/T ranging from 16 to 24 inches. The availability of a 45,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty is a major advantage here. Comprising high turn-up polyester, the construction of this tire is strong enough to maximize impact resistance and durability. An aggressive sidewall design, in combination with sturdy sidewall compounds, provides side impact protection; mud and stone ejectors eliminate trash for easier mobility. Based on the above, the Open Country R/T receives an average longevity score of 8.3.

ADVANTAGE: Toyo Open Country R/T

When to use each

Rugged-terrain tires may seem to be on the noisier side, but their designs present similar performance goals for on-road use. Aggressive tread patterns, high void ratios, and large staggered blocks are common on these tires. Most of the features of all-terrain tires are elevated to produce them, including more durable compounds, deeper tread blocks, and more reinforced sidewalls. In comparison, mud-terrain tires are louder and seem to feel at home only within the most perilous rocky, muddy, and other off-road conditions. Such tires are heavily weighed in favor of off-road use rather than on-road use.

Neither tire in this comparison displays the Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certification, which means they aren’t built for use in severe snow conditions. However, if you are considering an extra set of tires for some part of the year, an additional set of all-season or all-weather tires may be wise.

Which one should you choose?

From the above battle, it is very clear that the Toyo Open Country R/T has literally demolished the RBP Repulsor R/T across all parameters. Toyo shows its experience in this field and manages to provide the right features to come out on top, winning by big margins. However, there still can be reasons to choose the RBP Repulsor R/T, which is why we will now take a look at the prices of the tires. While the RBP tire starts at roughly $164 per tire ($656 for 4), the RBP is available at $230 per tire ($920 for 4).

Given below are the reasons to buy the RBP Repulsor R/T:

• You want to buy the less expensive tire
• You feel more confident about a company that has always made 4x4 tires
• You want a tire best suited for a lifted SUV

You can consider purchasing the Toyo Open Country R/T for the following reasons:

• The dual sidewall design ensures better looks
• Better traction
• Better handling
• A limited manufacturer tread life warranty of 45,000 miles

Still not sure which tire to buy? Fortunately, SimpleTire is here to help, and our agents will be more than happy to assist you in selecting the right tire for your ride and budget.