The Bridgestone R265 tires receive generally positive reviews for their performance and durability.
The Bridgestone R265 tires are well-regarded for their durability and performance, especially in heavy-duty applications. They offer a good balance of longevity, handling, and value for money, making them a popular choice for vans and pickup trucks. While they may not last as long as some premium options, many users find them to be a reliable and cost-effective choice.
Positive highlights
Excellent durability with reports of lasting 60,000 to 73,000 miles. Good performance for heavy-duty use, including van camper conversions and pickup trucks. Smooth ride and good handling characteristics. Strong sidewalls. Suitable for towing, especially with fifth wheel hitches. Maintains balance well. S-speed rating provides better handling and cornering compared to lower-rated tires.
Negative highlights
Some users found them not as long-lasting as more expensive tire options.
Scorecard
Dry
4.5
Wet
4.3
Winter
4.3
Comfort
4.3
Noise
4
Treadwear
4.5
4 SimpleTire reviews
Scott
5
Chevrolet Express 3500 2017 LT
Verified Customer
Mar 22, 2021
Good Tires
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires15k - 19k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
Patrick
4
Verified Customer
Oct 22, 2014
great tire superheavy duty tire i would recommend this tire overall performance is great
Would you buy again?Yes
Scorecard
Dry
4
Wet
4
Winter
4
Comfort
4
Noise
4
Treadwear
4
SimpleTire
4
Verified Customer
Oct 14, 2014
Would you buy again?Yes
Scorecard
Dry
4
Wet
4
Winter
4
Comfort
4
Noise
4
Treadwear
4
Peter
4
2006 Chevrolet Express 3500 LT
Verified Customer
May 3, 2014
I have stayed with the OEM Bridgestone V-Steel tires on this van. There are not many S-speed rated tires in this size. The S-speed rating should give better handling and cornering then R or lower speed rated tires. They have performed well with my heavy van camper conversion. My current set has 25000 miles on them and looks like they will go another 25000. SimpleTire was great to deal with and I will likely purchase from them again.
Designed for commercial light trucks and vans, the Bridgestone R265 puts handling and comfort at a premium. The R265 features a steel belted construction for better load handling, a ribbed tread pattern for all-season traction and lower noise, and lower rolling resistance to help cut fuel costs.