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Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049

Does the Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 earn its place over the Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 245/60R18 105T MPN 012271 and the Falken Rubitrek A/T 255/70R16 115T MPN 28074771?

Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 is recorded as an exact MPN row, so shoppers can compare one tire size instead of a broad family label.

The Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 is on this shortlist for a specific truck and use, not because it beats the Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 245/60R18 105T MPN 012271 and the Falken Rubitrek A/T 255/70R16 115T MPN 28074771 on every line. The rows below keep included hardware, the fitment, and install effort in view before any seller price, so the trade stays yours to make.

Nicole, Fitment Pilot editor

Reviewed by Nicole

Fitment

Jeep Gladiator current midsize trucks when 265/65R18 116H specs stay inside the checked route limits

Verify first

Use these Gladiator tire rows when the exact tire diameter, load rating, rim width, service description, spare fit, and 5x127 wheel setup stay inside the checked Rubicon route limits.

Part number
171288049
Choose it when
Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 is recorded as an exact MPN row, so shoppers can compare one tire size instead of a broad family label.
Pass when
Choose one of the others when this applies: Wrangler, Mojave, dealer-lift, non-Rubicon, or Ram crossover claims without exact route evidence
Our cross-product compare

Same category. Different reason to buy.

Evidence level B
Best for
Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 is an exact SimpleTire row promoted into the truck tire catalog for 2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Crew Cab 4x4 planning with official tire-family docs and a c...
Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 245/60R18 105T MPN 012271 is an exact SimpleTire row promoted into the truck tire catalog for 2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Crew Cab 4x4 planning with official tire-family docs and a curren...
Falken Rubitrek A/T 255/70R16 115T MPN 28074771 is an exact SimpleTire row promoted into the truck tire catalog for 2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Crew Cab 4x4 planning with official tire-family docs and a current seller...
What's included
Tire size: 265/65R18 116H
Tire size: 245/60R18 105T
Tire size: 255/70R16 115T
Product approach
The 2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Crew Cab 4x4 route keeps offset, diameter, load, and rim-width checks visible before the offer is treated as a match.
Documented fitment only -- no standout approach beyond exact application is recorded for the Dueler A/T Ascent 245/60R18 105T MPN 012271.
Documented fitment only -- no standout approach beyond exact application is recorded for the Rubitrek A/T 255/70R16 115T MPN 28074771.
Install burden
Moderate install. Exact tire MPN, tire size, and four-tire price
Confirm the Dueler A/T Ascent 245/60R18 105T MPN 012271 installation procedure and hardware before ordering.
Confirm the Rubitrek A/T 255/70R16 115T MPN 28074771 installation procedure and hardware before ordering.
Fitment
Confirm the exact Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 application for Jeep Gladiator current midsize trucks before ordering.
Confirm the exact Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 245/60R18 105T MPN 012271 application for Jeep Gladiator current midsize trucks before ordering.
Confirm the exact Falken Rubitrek A/T 255/70R16 115T MPN 28074771 application for Jeep Gladiator current midsize trucks before ordering.
Choose it when
Choose the Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 when it is the exact match for your truck and the Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 245/60R18 105T MPN 012271 and the Falken Rubitrek A/T 255/70R16 115T MPN 28074771 do not list your application.
Choose the Dueler A/T Ascent 245/60R18 105T MPN 012271 when it is the exact match for your truck and the Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 and the Falken Rubitrek A/T 255/70R16 115T MPN 28074771 do not list your application.
Choose the Rubitrek A/T 255/70R16 115T MPN 28074771 when it is the exact match for your truck and the Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 and the Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 245/60R18 105T MPN 012271 do not list your application.
Current decision file

Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049

Part ST-171288049

Best for
Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 is an exact SimpleTire row promoted into the truck tire catalog for 2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Crew Cab 4x4 planning with official tire-family docs and a c...
What's included
Tire size: 265/65R18 116H
Product approach
The 2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Crew Cab 4x4 route keeps offset, diameter, load, and rim-width checks visible before the offer is treated as a match.
Install burden
Moderate install. Exact tire MPN, tire size, and four-tire price
Fitment
Confirm the exact Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 application for Jeep Gladiator current midsize trucks before ordering.
Choose it when
Choose the Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 when it is the exact match for your truck and the Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 245/60R18 105T MPN 012271 and the Falken Rubitrek A/T 255/70R16 115T MPN 28074771 do not list your application.
How we compared

These line up on documented fitment, package contents, install effort, and live seller access -- not on marketing copy or star counts. Where the evidence runs out, the row says so.

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Decision trail Check these before you buy.
Part Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 Part ST-171288049. Cooper resource available.
Fits 2020-current Jeep Gladiator current midsize trucks Use these Gladiator tire rows when the exact tire diameter, load rating, rim width, service description, spare fit, and 5x127 wheel setup stay inside the checked Rubicon route limits.
Watch for Wheel & Tire Clearance checkout checks Confirm load rating, wheel offset, tire diameter, rubbing risk, TPMS needs, and spare-tire planning before checkout.
Other retailer · Seller 3 other retailer searches Search with the brand and part number shown here, then confirm the exact part and fitment with the retailer.
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If unsure Compare, read, or report If the seller page, vehicle details, or photos do not line up, compare sellers, read the guide, or report the issue.
The evidence

Fitment and install resources

Reviewed 2026-09-21

Editorial method

What we checked on this page

We check the Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 for exact part identity, seller options, stock and price dates, photo rights, and official resources. FitmentPilot combines automated vehicle database indexing with human automotive editorial review. Rather than presenting generic affiliate catalogs, our system evaluates the exact mechanical constraints of each chassis platform — from bolt circle geometry and motion ratios to factory package exclusions — giving truck owners complete confidence before checkout.

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Choose it, pass, or verify

Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 is an exact SimpleTire row promoted into the truck tire catalog for 2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Crew Cab 4x4 planning with official tire-family docs and a current seller price snapshot.

Choose it if

  • Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 is tracked as an exact MPN row, so shoppers can compare one tire size instead of a broad family label.
  • The 2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Crew Cab 4x4 route keeps offset, diameter, load, and rim-width checks visible before the offer is treated as a match.
  • Seller price, rating context, warranty resources, exact tire specs, and fitment checks are present, but final stock and shipping terms still belong in checkout.
  • Use these Gladiator tire rows when the exact tire diameter, load rating, rim width, service description, spare fit, and 5x127 wheel setup stay inside the checked Rubicon route limits.

Pass if

  • The Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 is not the right choice when your truck falls outside 2020-current Jeep Gladiator current midsize trucks, or its trim, engine, and package cannot be matched to the documented application.
  • Pass when this exclusion applies: Wrangler, Mojave, dealer-lift, non-Rubicon, or Ram crossover claims without exact route evidence
  • Choose another size or construction when load capacity, wheel width, offset, rubbing clearance, ride, or spare-tire needs point elsewhere.

Verify

  • Exact tire MPN, tire size, and four-tire price
  • Load range, service description, rim width, and tire diameter
  • Wheel offset, brake clearance, seller stock, shipping, returns, and installer requirements
  • The checked shelf is a 2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Crew Cab 4x4 route; Mojave, Sport, Willys, dealer-lift, non-Rubicon axle, aggressive-offset, and aftermarket suspension setups need their own clearance and seller checks.
Workshop & DIY Guidelines

Cooper Discoverer Road+Trail AT 265/65R18 116H MPN 171288049 Installation & Fitment Protocol

Wheel fitment is governed by three interrelated geometric factors: bolt circle diameter, wheel offset (ET in millimeters), and backspacing (inches from the back lip to the mounting surface). Lower or negative offset wheels push the tire outward for an aggressive stance, which increases the scrub radius and swings the outer shoulder into bumper valances and cab mounts during steering.

Install Difficulty

Shop & Bench Specs

Difficulty: Beginner (1/5)

Estimated Install Time: 1.0 – 1.5 hours (Wheel Mounting & TPMS Pairing)

Required Tools

Installation Equipment

  • Floor jack & jack stands
  • 1/2" Drive calibrated torque wrench
  • Thin-wall protective lug nut socket set (prevent wheel finish damage)
  • Tire pressure gauge
Post-Install Safety

Post-Install Protocol

  • Torque lug nuts in a criss-cross star pattern to manufacturer spec in two stages (first 50%, then 100%).
  • Perform mandatory re-torque check after 50 to 100 driving miles.
  • Verify full steering lock-to-lock clearance at ride height and during full suspension compression.

Wear Triggers & Maintenance Checks

  • Wheel bearing stress and premature hub assembly wear when running extreme negative offset (-12mm to -44mm).
  • Cupping or feathering wear on oversized tires when run at incorrect cold inflation pressures.
  • Caliper bracket scoring if wheel inner barrel clearance is under 3mm.

Chassis Fitment Context

Solid front axle geometry dictates that coil spring height translates 1:1 to lift height (unlike IFS motion ratios). However, raising the front un-rotates the axle, reducing positive caster and causing flighty highway steering. Geometry correction brackets or adjustable front lower control arms are critical on lifts 2.0" and higher.

The JL Wrangler debuted in 2018 and the JT Gladiator in 2020, replacing the JK platform with aluminum doors/hood and electro-hydraulic steering. In 2024, Jeep introduced standard side-curtain airbags, redesigned 7-slot grilles, standard 12.3-inch Uconnect screens, and full-float Dana 44 rear axles on Rubicon trims.

Pre-Installation Unboxing Verification Checklist

Step 01: Confirm Physical SKU & Labeling

Inspect outer box label against your order invoice and the manufacturer part number shown here before opening hardware bags.

Step 02: Dry-Fit & Hardware Inventory

Unpack fasteners, brackets, and instructions. Perform a preliminary dry-fit check against the vehicle before removing factory components.

Step 03: Review Torque & Thread Requirements

Identify critical torque values and whether thread locker (Blue Loctite) or anti-seize compound is required by the manufacturer.

Step 04: Plan Post-Install Calibration

For suspension, steering, or lighting parts, schedule a professional alignment and verify forward-facing ADAS sensor calibration.