What Tires Should Snow Chains be Used on 2017 Ford F-150 With 275/65R18 Tires

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I have a 2017 Ford F-150 Supercrew 4x4. My question is, in snowy conditions, should I be using the 4x4 instead of 2wd. Also, my tire size is 275/65R18. Should I be using chains on all 4 tires or just the rear? I have been reading online articles and some say to use them on all 4 tires and others say just the rear, so now Im thoroughly confused. I cant seem to find any information from Ford directly with recommendations.

asked by: Ami T

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To answer your first question, yes, you should use 4WD in snowy conditions. In regards to snow chains, I took a look at an online version of the owner's manual for a 2017 Ford F-150 and on page 369 it states, "Do not install chains on the front tires as this may interfere with suspension components" so you will want to put chains on the rear wheels only. It also states chains are "safe for use on your vehicle with the following tires: 245/70R17, LT245/70R17, 265/70R17 and 265/60R18" and "You should install snow cables or chains that have been rated as SAE Class S."

Since there are some places you have to use snow chains no matter what, even though your manual doesn't state your tire size, it is a very good idea to still have them on hand. For Class S chains on your '17 F-150 with 275/65R18 tires I highly recommend the Titan Chain Alloy Snow Tire Chains # TC2327 because they are both very effective and simple to install. These chains are made from manganese nickel alloy steel to ensure they are not only highly durable but also resistant to any type of corrosion.

I have added a link to a video review of these snow tire chains on a F-150 for you to check out which shows them being installed so you can see how easy the process is.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

Some newer cars, vans and small trucks, especially those with large, aftermarket tires, may require the use of Class S chains. Class S tire chains are designed for use on vehicles with restricted wheel well clearance. I have attached a photo that…

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Tire chain fits can be a bit frustrating since nobody typically wants to be the one to say "yes" to using them since it opens them up to liability if there is a problem. What we can tell you is that Class S tire chains will give you the…

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Hey Gary! The Titan Chain Alloy Snow Tire Chains item #TC2335 you were looking at are exactly what I would recommend for your F-350 with 275/65-20 tires. They have square links which are great for breaking up ice and grabbing traction in the snow.…

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Hey Kris, yes the Konig Commercial Truck Tire Chains #th01571267 does fit your tire size of 265/70-17 and the fact the tires have a more aggressive tread pattern will not be an issue. Are BF Goodrich KO2 All Terrain Tires pretty loud? My parents had…

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Since tire chain fits are pretty specific and there's such a wide range of tire sizes there ends up being a bit of overlap for some sets of chains. This is the case for the two Titan chains you mentioned of #TC2327 and #TC2533 mostly but there…

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I pulled up the owners manual of a 2024 Toyota Tacoma and you can use tire chains on the front and rear as long as they are Class S compatible chains that don't require a lot of clearance. Since the tire size of the truck would be 265/70-18 the…

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Hey James, the best diamond pattern snow chain we have that fits your tire size of 285/70R17 would be the Konig part #KON44FR if you wanted the easiest install, the best traction and the longest life from the set. If you wanted a lower priced option…

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The problem is that the larger the wheel and tire size the less clearance there is all around the tire. There may be plenty of clearance between the tread and the wheel wells but limited space between the inner sidewall and the truck. The limited…

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In comparing the Titan Chain Alloy Snow Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - Square Link #TC2533 and #TC2327, both of these chains are confirmed to fit 275/65-18 tires on your 2018 Ford F-150. One of the differences between these chains is that the…

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Thanks so much for your trust in us! The reason why some vehicle manufacturers recommend Class S tire chains is to wash their hands of any liability if there is any damage sustained to components within the wheel wells. Since Class S chains are…

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Some vehicles can use tire chains only on specific tire sizes and/or only on one of the two axles, and this is determined by the auto maker. Other vehicles can use only a certain type of chain, such as low-profile S-Class chains, due to limited…

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The best tire chains for your family trips to the California mountains are, as you suspected, the V-bar style chains. The main difference between the Titan V-Bar Tire Chains #TC2828 and the Titan Twist Link Snow Tire Chains #TC2228 is their…

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