Dunlop Grandtrek AT22 265/60/18: Built for Pakistan's Roads
The Dunlop Grandtrek AT22 in 265/60/18 suits Pakistani SUVs perfectly. Learn what it offers, who should fit it, and where to buy in Lahore.
What Is the Dunlop Grandtrek AT22?
The Dunlop Grandtrek AT22 is an all-terrain tyre built with SUVs and 4x4s in mind. The AT in the name stands for All-Terrain — meaning it handles paved highways and rougher surfaces without needing a dedicated off-road tyre. For Pakistani drivers who split time between city roads and occasional trips to Murree, Swat, or rural areas, that balance matters.
Dunlop has been making tyres for over a century. The brand is part of the Goodyear group and is sold across Asia, Europe, and beyond. In Pakistan, Dunlop is respected for consistent quality and availability of sizes suited to locally popular vehicles.
Why 265/60/18 Is a Popular Size in Pakistan
This size fits a wide range of SUVs and pickup-based vehicles that are common on Pakistani roads — think Land Cruiser variants, Fortuner, Prado, and similar platforms. The 265 refers to the tyre width in millimetres, 60 is the sidewall aspect ratio, and 18 is the wheel diameter in inches.
The higher 60-series sidewall gives you more rubber between the rim and the road. That translates to better absorption of potholes, broken tarmac, and the kind of road irregularities you encounter regularly around Lahore's older neighbourhoods or on GT Road stretches under repair. It is also forgiving during Pakistan's monsoon season when roads can develop sudden dips and loose patches overnight.
For drivers venturing beyond the motorway — weekend trips to the hills or visits to smaller towns — this tyre size gives enough ground clearance and sidewall strength to handle mixed surfaces with confidence.
What Kind of Driving Does the Grandtrek AT22 Suit?
This tyre is a strong fit if you:
- Drive an SUV or 4x4 primarily on highways and city roads but want the option to go off-road occasionally
- Regularly travel between Lahore and other cities on long motorway runs
- Want a tyre that performs through both Pakistan's brutal summers and the wet monsoon months
- Carry loads — the AT22 is designed to handle heavier vehicles without sacrificing stability
It is not a pure off-road tyre. If you are doing serious rock crawling or deep mud, a more aggressive tread pattern would serve you better. But for the vast majority of Pakistani SUV owners, the AT22 hits the right point between on-road comfort and off-road capability.
What to Expect From Dunlop as a Brand
Dunlop's Grandtrek lineup is specifically engineered for SUV and 4x4 applications. The AT22 variant focuses on all-terrain versatility — it uses a reinforced construction to resist punctures and sidewall damage, and the tread compound is designed to perform across varying temperatures.
Pakistan's climate tests tyres hard. Summer temperatures in Punjab can push tarmac surface temperatures well above 60°C. A tyre compound that cannot handle sustained heat will wear faster and can become unsafe. Dunlop's engineering for the Asian market accounts for high-heat conditions, which is part of why the brand holds a solid reputation here.
Fitment Tips
Before fitting 265/60/18 tyres, confirm a few things:
- Check your vehicle's tyre placard. This is usually inside the driver's door frame. It lists the manufacturer's recommended size and load index. Fitting outside that range can affect speedometer accuracy and load ratings.
- Inspect your rims. Confirm your wheels are 18-inch diameter and within the correct width range for a 265mm tyre — typically 7.5 to 9.5 inches wide.
- Replace in pairs or sets. Mixing worn tyres with new ones on the same axle creates uneven handling. Ideally, replace all four at once.
- Balance after fitting. A properly balanced tyre reduces vibration and extends tyre life. Any good fitment shop will do this as standard.
- Check alignment. If your vehicle was pulling to one side before the change, new tyres will not fix that — get alignment checked at the same time.
Shaharyar Traders in Faisal Town, Lahore, stocks this tyre and can assist with fitment. You can view the listing and check the current price directly on CircleWheels: Dunlop Grandtrek AT22 (265/60/18) at Shaharyar Traders, Faisal Town Lahore.
Rotation and Maintenance Basics
Getting the most out of any tyre — including the Grandtrek AT22 — comes down to routine care.
Rotation: Rotate your tyres every 8,000 to 10,000 kilometres. Front tyres wear faster because they handle steering. Rotation keeps wear even across all four, extending the overall set life.
Tyre pressure: Check pressure monthly and before long trips. Under-inflation causes edge wear and increases heat buildup — dangerous in Pakistani summers. Over-inflation causes centre wear and a harsher ride. Use the pressure listed on your vehicle's door placard, not the maximum figure printed on the tyre sidewall.
Visual inspection: After monsoon season and before summer, do a quick walk-around. Look for cracks in the sidewall, embedded stones, or uneven wear patterns. Catching problems early saves money and prevents roadside emergencies.
Tread depth: Pakistan does not have a strict legal minimum enforced consistently, but the international standard is 1.6mm. A simple way to check: insert a matchstick into the tread groove. If you can see the full head, the tread is dangerously low.
The Short Version
The Dunlop Grandtrek AT22 in 265/60/18 is a well-matched tyre for Pakistani SUV drivers who want reliable daily performance without giving up the ability to handle rougher terrain. Proper fitment, regular pressure checks, and timely rotation will make the most of what this tyre offers. Check the current price and availability at Shaharyar Traders, Faisal Town Lahore, through the CircleWheels listing before you visit.
