Falken WildPeak A/T Trail review

The impressive fact about an efficient all-terrain tire is its ability to carry out premium road performance in any given terrain.

Falken’s WildPeak A/T plays its part as an all-terrain specialist, exceptionally. In this review, we are going to pinpoint the unique features of the WildPeak A/T Trail that make it a preferred option among its class tires.

Falken WildPeak A/T Trail key technologies

Falken is a brand that bases its image on quality and value. As such, its engineers place a lot of emphasis on ride quality for all terrains. The three key technologies they use to achieve their aim on the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail are:

• 2-Ply Polyester Construction. 
• 3D Canyon Sipes 
• Optimized Tread Design

2-Ply Polyester Construction: The two-ply polyester construction of the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail is responsible for the tread’s durability. The construction makes the tread strong enough to handle operations for a long time without undergoing heavy wear.

3D Canyon Sipes: The 3D canyon sipes in the tread pattern give the tire a firm grip, especially on loose surfaces like snow. It is a major reason for the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail’s great snow performance.

Optimized Tread Design: The impressive performance of the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail is contributed to by its optimized tread design. The tread is specifically crafted to give optimum results on the road. It is enhanced with a silica compound to improve tread life, making the tire durable and reliable.

Falken WildPeak A/T Trail safety features

Driver safety is of the utmost concern while driving. For this reason, tire manufacturers include technologies that guarantee safety while driving.

The Falken WildPeak A/T Trail’s design is optimized to resist agents that can puncture the tire. Its 2-ply polyester construction and rugged upper sidewall features protect the tire from sharp rocks when off-road. Also, its 3D canyon sipe technology improves its grip on wet surfaces thereby limiting the chances of hydroplaning.

Falken WildPeak A/T Trail speed ratings

Every tire comes with a speed rating, which tells you the highest and safest speed it can attain. Drivers can find the speed ratings of their tires on their sidewall.

The Falken WildPeak A/T Trail handles high speeds well thanks to the polyamide cap ply, which reinforces the twin high-strength steel belts supporting the tread area. The reinforcement improves handling at high speeds, so drivers do not lose control.

Falken offers two-speed capabilities for the WildPeak A/T Trail which are H and V. They translate to a safe maximum speed of 130 and 149 mph respectively. These speeds are among the five highest and are best for sports sedans, coupes, and sports cars.

Falken WildPeak A/T Trail treadwear and durability 

Tires are made of rubber, which tends to wear out due to friction. Tires wear to the point where they are no longer safe for use. It is necessary to know the stages of wear your tires have undergone so you can plan on getting a new set at the right time.

Treadwear on the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail is slow and even. The reason for this rests in its two-ply polyester construction and optimized tread design, which makes the tread immune to quick wear. Also, the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail has a Uniform Tread Quality Grading (UTQG) rating of 680. The UTQG rating rates a tire’s tread quality from the least of 100 to the highest at 1000. The Falken WildPeak A/T Trail’s UTQG rating gives it an above-average treadwear performance rating.

Falken also offers the WildPeak A/T Trail with a 65,000-mile tread life warranty.

Falken WildPeak A/T Trail maintenance indicators

Tires include maintenance indicators to ensure that drivers do not endanger lives by using them past the legal tread limit. Most tire brands use the traditional tread wear indicator, which is in the shape of a triangle. Others customize theirs, making them different.

The Falken WildPeak A/T Trail uses the industry-standard tread wear indicator as a maintenance indicator. These wear bars are located across the tread in several locations around the tire. When the tread wears down to the level of the bars, it implies the tire is at its last 2/32 inch depth. At this point, replacements are strongly recommended.

Falken WildPeak A/T Trail traction performance

Movement on any road is determined by the traction a tire possesses. The tread pattern of a tire influences its traction. Aggressive designs favor all-season traction to a high extent. The tread pattern of a tire determines the level of traction a tire will have.

For example, designs with an emphasis on the arrangement in the middle of the tire tend to favor wet traction more than designs that focus mainly on the sidewalls. Due to its tread arrangement, the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail exhibits excellent traction. Its traction performance on different road and weather conditions is discussed below.

Dry traction

Falken optimizes the tread pattern of the WildPeak A/T Trail to provide great handling and cornering in dry conditions. The pattern is symmetric and composed to perform over a wide range of conditions and temperatures. A long trip under a blazing summer sun should not be a bother for these tires.

Off-road traction

the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail’s upper sidewall together with over-the-shoulder ribs provides impressive traction in light off-road terrain. The tread design prevents punctures from rocks, sticks, and other sharp objects encountered when off-road. However, it should not be used for extreme off-roading as this may damage it.

Wet traction

The Falken WildPeak A/T Trail is designed with a high silica compound along the edges and notches of the independent tread blocks. The compound enhances the performance of the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail by giving it exceptional wet traction.

In addition, the open shoulders, wide circumferential grooves, and deep starting tread depths on the tires improve hydroplaning resistance.

Hydroplaning occurs when tires skim over surfaces coated with water, leading to a loss of control in most cases. It is not avoidable on wet terrain but can be resisted to a degree.

Snow traction

The WildPeak A/T Trail has the 3-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol carved into it. Before a tire earns the right to wear the 3PMSF symbol, it must pass tests for impressive performance in severe snow conditions. The Falken WildPeak A/T Trail’s possession of the 3PMSF symbol implies that it has very good snow traction. Thanks to its 3D canyon sipes, the WildPeak A/T Trail has a good grip and stability on snow. However, the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail is not a winter tire and cannot match the capabilities of a winter tire.

Falken WildPeak A/T Trail noise and comfort

Having to drive for long distances with a tire that barely tries to absorb a level of road noise and deliver comfort can be unpleasant. To this end, Falken eliminates noise from the WildPeak A/T Trail as much as possible with its optimized tread design that reduces noise emissions and also helps improve comfort by enhancing handling.

Falken WildPeak A/T Trail competitors and alternatives

There are lots of aggressive all-terrain tires available. It all boils down to driver preference and budget capacity. While Falken boasts high quality, there are some other brands that compete intensely with it.

Toyo Open Country AT3 

The sparsely placed tread blocks on the Toyo Open Country AT3 make it a better option for off-road ventures. However, the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail competes favorably by offering better on-road drives.

Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015

The Geolandar A/T G015 boasts enhanced traction while the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail has a superior tread life. 

Falken WildPeak A/T price range

The Falken WildPeak A/T Trail has a base price of $156.79. This price is influenced by tire size. Larger tires cost up to $256.21.

Falken WildPeak A/T Trail warranty

The WildPeak A/T Trail comes with a 5-year (65,000 miles) treadwear warranty. Within these 5 years, treadwear is expected to remain within the legal limit.

Falken offers a uniformity guarantee for the first 2/32 inches of wear on the WildPeak A/T Trail. If a tire wears out unevenly before the first 2/3 inch is gone, you can seek a replacement.

Falken’s workmanship and materials warranty last for 5 years after production. It includes a free replacement after 2/32 inches of wear and then prorated to the remaining 2/32 inch depth, which is the legal limit.

Falken also offers a manufacturer’s road hazard warranty lasting for two years or for the first 3/32 inches of wear. Also, they offer a tire trial period of 30 days (1,000 miles). If you are not satisfied with the tires after the trial period, you can request a refund or get a replacement.

Our take

The Falken WildPeak A/T Trail does not only deliver impressive traction, durability, and treadwear performance, but it also offers ample safety features and driver comfort for an affordable price. We highly recommend the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail as an option for drivers seeking exceptional performance without having to sacrifice comfort.