The Thunderer Ranger R402 tires receive generally positive reviews for their performance and value.
The Thunderer Ranger R402 tires appear to be a solid choice for those seeking a balance between performance and affordability. They seem particularly well-suited for vans, RVs, and vehicles carrying heavy loads. While they may not match the wet-road performance of some premium brands, many users find them to be a great value, offering improved ride quality and handling across various conditions.
Positive highlights
Good looking and well-built tire. Quiet ride with good traction on wet surfaces. Improved ride and handling, especially for vans and RVs. Great value for the price compared to more expensive brands. Suitable for heavy loads and long-distance travel. Performs well on highways and off-road.
Negative highlights
Maximum PSI rating (69 psi) slightly below some vehicles' requirements. Not as good on wet roads compared to some premium brands. Some reviewers haven't tested the tires in winter conditions yet.
Scorecard
Dry
4.9
Wet
4.8
Winter
4.4
Comfort
4.8
Noise
4.8
Treadwear
4.6
18 SimpleTire reviews
JP
5
Ford Transit Connect 2023 XL Cargo Van SWB
Verified Customer
Mar 5, 2025
Way better than Trailer (ST) Tires!
I got these as an alternative to the standard ST or Trailer tires. These are heavy duty "D" rated tires. They look nice on my boat trailer (also got new wheels). The cost difference is minimal, but the tread difference is massive. I highly recommend others look into this as an option.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Cornel
5
RAM ProMaster 3500 2015 (C-Type Tires)
Verified Customer
Jan 4, 2024
Love the tires driving everywhere no problem
I'm very very happy with my tires quiet on the road smooth drive not a problem at all happy I got them and will buy again
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires10k - 14k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
leslie
4.5
Volkswagen Vanagon 1991 (C-Type Tires)
Verified Customer
Aug 5, 2023
the thunderers have been excellent.
I gave a couple of 4 stars because I haven't got enough miles on them to make a review.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
4
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
4
Richard
5
Volkswagen EuroVan 2002 MV Camper
Verified Customer
Jul 30, 2023
Several thousand miles of great traveling.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Billy
5
Volkswagen EuroVan 1997 Camper (C-Type Tires)
Verified Customer
Oct 1, 2021
This is a great tire option for Rialta owners. I'm very pleased with how they handle and that the DOT date showed they were manufactured as of this year. For a tire that's hard-to-find for this make of RV, I'm very glad to know I have a resource to go to that will keep our rig on the road.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires30k+
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
Eric
5
Verified Customer
Aug 27, 2020
Have not driven them in winter conditions, and have not had them long enough to judge tread life, but they are solid tires, and handle very well on the highway, as well as off road. I am very happy with them.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires10k - 14k
Driving habitConfident
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
Rogelio
4
Verified Customer
Aug 15, 2020
Have had the tire for 3 months, so far so good, overall a great value for the buck!
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires15k - 19k
Driving habitConfident
Scorecard
Dry
4
Wet
4
Winter
4
Comfort
4
Noise
4
Treadwear
4
Robin
5
Verified Customer
Jul 21, 2020
I bought these tires because they were rated for my cargo van. I have had them for over a year with no issues whatsoever.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Driving habitCautious
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
Russell
3
Verified Customer
May 2, 2020
I bought these to replace the tiny roller skates that come on the NV200 van, they fit great on the stock wheels and greatly improved the ride and handling of this van, also I have not had a lot tire pressure light in two months now. the Van rides just an inch higher, but it feel like a big van now.
The 8ply rating exceeds the the 6ply rating of the van and they run fine so far at the pressures the van requires, have not had much experience yet with highway and wet travel, with this COVID thing, have not done much traveling, but around town they are great, and the damn dips in Abilene and out pot holes our local government cannot seem to repair are not as bone jarring as the tiny skates were, give me a year if I am still breathing and I will let you know more. They are not noisy on the highway and ride great at 80mph, for the NV200 this is the tire they should of put on it to begin with, maybe Nissan is listening. Ratings with one star have not been observed. You guys at simple need to fix that.
Would you buy again?Yes
Driving habitConfident
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
1
Winter
1
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
1
brad
4.5
Verified Customer
Mar 31, 2020
great tires but have not used them on snow or ice yet
Perfect for service trucks and route vans, the Thunderer Ranger R402 is a commercial-grade light truck tire that features an enhanced load capacity and upgraded ply rating. The Thunderer R402 is designed with twin steel belts, a reinforced sidewall that resists scuffs, heavy-duty tread formulation, all-season tread design, and low rolling resistance to keep fuel bills down.
Features & Benefits
Designed for use on service trucks and route vans
Twin steel belted construction enhances strength and durability for a higher load carrying capacity and a longer tread life
Reinforced sidewall protects the tire against scuffs, chips, and abrasions
All-season tread pattern for year-round traction and handling performance
Low rolling resistance design enhances fuel efficiency
Thunderer Ranger R402 tires are made by American Omni Trading Company, who is a North American designing and engineering company.
The Thunderer Ranger R402 tire comes equipped with all-season tread pattern that offers year-round traction and superb handling performance.
No, Thunderer Ranger R402 tires are not backed by a limited manufacturer tread life warranty. That being said, Thunderer Ranger R402 tires are covered by Thunderer’s limited warranty which includes 25/365 Free Replacement Limited Protection Policy.
Most of the Thunderer Ranger R402 tires are made in Thailand and South East Asia as Thunderer has high-tech manufacturing facilities there. However, some tires are manufactured in other parts of the world.
Yes, the Thunderer Ranger R402 is a durable tire that's designed with twin steel belts, a reinforced sidewall that resists scuffs, heavy-duty tread formulation, and the all-season tread compound ensures low rolling resistance.
The Thunderer Ranger R402's symmetrical, chevron tread design offers increased stability and vehicle control.
Thunderer Ranger R402 is a commercial-grade light truck tire that features an enhanced load carrying capacity and upgraded ply rating.