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GLADIATOR TIRES | TIRE BUYING GUIDE
Boutique tire brand Gladiator Tire is one of the brands under parent company American Pacific Industries, which is based in Arizona. Founded in 1982, API is based in Arizona, and they have two manufacturing locations, one in China and one in Thailand. Gladiator produces tires for a variety of vehicles, and they pride themselves on environmentally friendly manufacturing processes, as well as speed to market for new products. They offer exceptional warranties in addition to a 30-day trial period. Gladiator tires are well constructed and engineered for heavy-duty and off-road performance. They are known for being a solid tire — sturdy, durable, and comfortable to drive on — without having ultrahigh prices.
Gladiator Tire Categories
Gladiator offers tires for light trucks, SUVs, race cars, OTR trucks, medium trucks, trailers and a variety of commercial vehicles. Tire Agent offers the Gladiator QR 500, 700, 800 and 900 models. Check links below for in-stock Gladiator tires.
The US Department of Transportation set standards for measuring the quality of tires, called Uniform Tire Quality Grade. All manufacturers test and rate their own tires based on temperature, traction and treadwear. When evaluating tires for your vehicle, look at the UTQG scores as well as price, handling and grip, warranties, and user reviews. Treadwear ranges from 100 to 1,000, where the higher the number, the more durable a tire is expected to be under normal driving conditions. Therefore, some tires are not rated, including mud terrain and winter tires. Only Gladiator QR700 all-season tires for SUVs are UTQG rated.
Known For
- Heavy-duty durability
- 30-day satisfaction on top of mileage warranties (for most models)
- Eco-friendly manufacturing
- Mid-tier tire price range
Not Known For
- Lots of options for passenger vehicles
- Brand recognition
- Widely available
TREADWEAR
Tread Type | Gladiator Average Treadwear | Category Average Treadwear |
All Season | 520 | 504 |
*Not all tires are UTQG rated.
Gladiator Tires: Frequently Asked Questions
Are Gladiator tires any good?
Yes, for the mid-tier price point, the tires from Gladiator are very good quality. They’re built to last, and they include very good warranties. Although they do not offer a huge catalog of tread types, they offer Gladiators in a variety of sizes.
Who makes Gladiator tires? Where are Gladiator tires made?
Gladiator tires are an American brand, owned by American Pacific Industries, which also owns Zenna and X-Comp tires. API is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, and they outsource their tire manufacturing to China, according to Tire Reviews and More.
Who sells Gladiator tires? Where can I buy Gladiator tires online?
Shop for Gladiator tires from Tire Agent for your light truck or SUV. We carry several models, and all in-stock tires ship FAST and FREE to any address in the US. Tire Agent is a Gladiator Tire Dealer online, which means, we do not install tires. We can ship tires to your home or to an auto repair shop near you for installation. Shopping for tires online has never been easier, thanks to our tire-matching technology and fast shipping methods. All in-stock tires ship to you for FREE within 2 to 3 business days.
How does Gladiator tire warranty work?
Gladiator and API offer some of the best warranties in the tire industry. View the Gladiator LT warranty brochure, and make sure you understand how tire warranties work. Like many tire manufacturers, Gladiator and API require tire rotation every 6,000 miles (keep your records). Gladiator offers a 30-day satisfaction assured trial period. Their Gladiator QR500 has a 30,000-mile limited warranty; the QR700 has a 50,000-mile one; the QR800 has a 40,000-mile one, and the QR900 comes with no warranty.
Known For
- Heavy-duty durability
- 30-day satisfaction on top of mileage warranties (for most models)
- Eco-friendly manufacturing
- Mid-tier tire price range
Not Known For
- Lots of options for passenger vehicles
- Brand recognition
- Widely available
Gladiator Tires: Frequently Asked Questions
Are Gladiator tires any good?
Yes, for the mid-tier price point, the tires from Gladiator are very good quality. They’re built to last, and they include very good warranties. Although they do not offer a huge catalog of tread types, they offer Gladiators in a variety of sizes.
Who makes Gladiator tires? Where are Gladiator tires made?
Gladiator tires are an American brand, owned by American Pacific Industries, which also owns Zenna and X-Comp tires. API is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, and they outsource their tire manufacturing to China, according to Tire Reviews and More.
Who sells Gladiator tires? Where can I buy Gladiator tires online?
Shop for Gladiator tires from Tire Agent for your light truck or SUV. We carry several models, and all in-stock tires ship FAST and FREE to any address in the US. Tire Agent is a Gladiator Tire Dealer online, which means, we do not install tires. We can ship tires to your home or to an auto repair shop near you for installation. Shopping for tires online has never been easier, thanks to our tire-matching technology and fast shipping methods. All in-stock tires ship to you for FREE within 2 to 3 business days.
How does Gladiator tire warranty work?
Gladiator and API offer some of the best warranties in the tire industry. View the Gladiator LT warranty brochure, and make sure you understand how tire warranties work. Like many tire manufacturers, Gladiator and API require tire rotation every 6,000 miles (keep your records). Gladiator offers a 30-day satisfaction assured trial period. Their Gladiator QR500 has a 30,000-mile limited warranty; the QR700 has a 50,000-mile one; the QR800 has a 40,000-mile one, and the QR900 comes with no warranty.