Raptor Tires – All-Terrain, Mud-Terrain & Off-Road Performance Options

Raptor Tire Sizing: What Fits, What Doesn’t, and How to Get There

One of the first upgrades most Raptor owners make is swapping out the factory tires for something bigger, more aggressive, or more terrain-specific. But before jumping into a new set of meats, it’s important to understand what tire sizes come standard on your truck, how much room you’ve got to grow, and what it takes to run oversized setups without rubbing or compromising performance.

Factory Tire Sizes on the Ford Raptor

Depending on your Raptor’s generation, here's what you're working with from the factory:

• Gen 1 Raptors (2010-2014): Came standard with 35x12.50R17 tires mounted on 17x8.5" wheels.
• Gen 2 Raptors (2017-2020): Also ran 35x12.50R17 tires standard, though with upgraded suspension geometry and slightly more clearance.
• Gen 3 Raptors (2021-2024): Offered in two tire configurations:
• Standard models came with 35x12.50R17
• The Raptor 37 Performance Package included 37x12.50R17 tires straight from the factory, making it the first full-size truck to ship with 37s.

How Big Can You Go Without Mods?

If you're not ready to cut, trim, or lift, here's a rough guide to maximum tire sizes with stock suspension:

• Gen 1 & Gen 2 Raptors: Can usually fit up to 37x12.50R17 with minor rubbing, especially at full compression or during hard turns. Expect to do trimming of the inner fender liners, removal or modification of mud flaps, and possibly pinch weld flattening.
• Gen 3 Raptors (Non-37 Package): Can fit 37x12.50R17 with minimal trimming, thanks to increased fender clearance. Most owners still recommend aftermarket control arms or bump stop spacing to ensure no contact under full articulation.
• Raptor 37 Package Trucks: Already optimized for 37s. Can potentially go to a 38-inch tire with additional trimming or small lifts, but this starts to push the limits of factory suspension geometry and travel.

The Bottom Line

Fitting bigger tires on a Raptor is totally doable, and makes a huge difference in ground clearance, approach angles, and off-road presence. But going big the right way means planning for the supporting mods that protect your ride quality and drivetrain longevity. Whether you're staying stock with better tread or building a monster on 38s, this section is your launchpad to dial in the perfect tire setup.