Called up the local tire place, and they had a heck of a price on the 265/75 Revos ($152 mounted, lifetime balance, road hazard), but the guy told me that standard load range (B - 4 ply sidewalls) would be better than the load range C, which is 6 ply. From searching here, it seems like most everybody has load range Cs, and I asked the guy and told him what I was putting them on. Turns out he has a 4Runner also, and says the Bs will be much better. I'll be honest, this vehicle wont see any off road for a few years (but I do want it slightly more agressive looking), so this set will be strictly highway and possibly a sandy beach or two. Can anybody give me a suggestion on B or C? Thanks

 

With the B or P-Metric rating, you'll get a softer on-road ride..but with the load range C, you'll get more load capacity and a stronger sidewall. It's up to you...

 

I have 275/70/16 Revos in a "B" load range. More than adequate. As you increase plys, the ride only gets harsher. Read up on the actual weight limits of the tires and you'll find out out that you will probably never load your 4Runner to the limit of the tires.
Additionally, if you really do not intend to off-road the truck, the increased puncture-resistance of the "C" range seems like a waste. I have 25,000 smooth and trouble-free miles on my present set. When they wear out, I will replace them with the same.

From TireRack's website:

265/75 SR16 114S SL 2601 lbs. 44 psi 13/32" 45 lbs.

275/70 SR16 114S SL 2601 lbs. 44 psi 13/32" 43 lbs.


Andreas

 

The C load Revos also have 2/32” more tread. This in theory should give you a bit of extra life. I have the B load in 32” and it is definitely too big and too stiff for the light 4Runner, that is if you are after a comfortable ride.

 

I wouldn't go any heavier than a B rating for a chance at decent ride quality.

 

I can't comment on B vs C, but my load range "D" BFG's make my Runner ride like a wagon.

I agree w/ the above advice. If you are mostly hwy, then the "B" load range will be more than adequate.

 

Thanks guys, I got the 265/75s this morning in the "B" rated, or SL for standard load. The tires look awesome - WAAAY better than my old tires. $675 out the door mounted, lifetime rotation and balance, road hazard, etc.

 

I've had my "C" load range 265 Revos for about 30,000 miles now. Since my truck is 2WD and therefore stays on the pavement, I think that I will go with "B" next time. They do ride a little rough, but this is a truck-based SUV. (Which puzzles me when folks complain about the ride and handling of their 4Runner ) Rant off. Don't get me wrong, I love my tires but I think that a "B" would have been more than adequate.

 

Ive only had D rated and they are fine

 

I have the C's. They were a few dollars more each.

I took the C's for the stiffer ride, and like em. Waaaay better than the stock Dunschlops.

Plus the 75's are Light Truck's and the 70's are Passengers. Just some info.