The 2026 Ford Bronco Raptor runs 37-inch tires as standard, the largest fitted to any factory Bronco yet. Tire size varies by trim, so the right choice depends on how you plan to use your Bronco. This page breaks down tire specs trim by trim, and current inventory is available at Greg Hubler Ford.
Tire size on the 2026 Ford Bronco is not just a cosmetic number. It directly controls ground clearance, trail capability, on-road manners, and what gear and lift modifications you can run without voiding coverage. The Bronco lineup spans from the Base trim to the Raptor, and tire size scales with that progression in a meaningful way. A buyer choosing between a Big Bend and a Badlands is also choosing between meaningfully different tires, not just trim badges.
The 8.3 inches of ground clearance listed for the Bronco reflects the Base configuration. Move up to trims with larger rubber and that number climbs. The Raptor, with its 37-inch tires and long-travel suspension, operates in a separate class from the rest of the lineup.
Tire sizing on the Bronco follows the standard LT (light truck) format, expressed as overall diameter x width x wheel diameter. A 35×10.50R17, for example, means 35 inches tall, 10.5 inches wide, and mounted on a 17-inch wheel. Taller tires increase ground clearance, lengthen wheel travel contact, and improve the approach angle when climbing over rocks or crossing rutted terrain.
The tradeoff is rotational mass. Larger tires add unsprung weight, which can blunt throttle response and affect braking distance on pavement. Ford engineers that tradeoff into each trim configuration, matching the tire size to the suspension tune and the powertrain output. The 300-horsepower 2.3L EcoBoost handles the load on the Base through Heritage Edition trims. The Raptor’s 3.0L twin-turbo V6 delivers the torque needed to spin those 37-inch tires without hesitation.
The 7-speed manual transmission available on Base, Big Bend, Badlands, and Heritage Edition trims pairs with the standard tire sizes on those builds.
The 10-speed automatic, standard on the Raptor and Stroppe Edition, is calibrated to manage the gear intervals needed with larger-diameter tires.
The Base trim rides on 17-inch steel wheels with all-terrain tires. This is the entry point for buyers who want a capable daily driver without venturing deep into trail country.
The Big Bend moves to 17-inch aluminum wheels with an all-terrain tire. The diameter is comparable to Base, but the build quality of the wheel improves.
The Outer Banks steps up to larger 18-inch wheels with a highway-terrain tire, reflecting its positioning as the road-comfort trim in the lineup. Buyers who commute in Muncie and make occasional trail runs are a natural fit here.
The Badlands represents the turning point in the lineup. It rides on 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels with 33.5-inch all-terrain tires as standard. The Badlands Advanced package adds the Sasquatch Package, which upgrades to 35-inch mud-terrain tires on 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels. This is the most significant tire-size jump within the non-Raptor lineup.
The Heritage Edition builds on the Badlands platform and carries the Sasquatch Package tire sizing, meaning 35-inch all-terrain tires on retro-styled wheels.
This trim is tuned for Baja-style running and rides on 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels with 35-inch all-terrain tires matched to its long-travel suspension.
The Raptor runs 37-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tires on 17-inch beadlock wheels as standard. No other factory Bronco build matches this size. The Raptor’s Fox Live Valve suspension is specifically tuned around these tires.
| Trim | Wheel Setup | Tire Setup | Best Fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 17-inch steel wheels | All-terrain tires | Daily driving with basic off-road capability |
| Big Bend | 17-inch aluminum wheels | All-terrain tires | Better wheel quality with practical trail readiness |
| Outer Banks | 18-inch wheels | Highway-terrain tires | Pavement comfort with occasional trail use |
| Badlands | 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels | 33.5-inch all-terrain tires or 35-inch mud-terrain tires with Sasquatch Package | Serious off-road use without moving to Raptor pricing |
| Heritage Edition | Retro-styled wheels | 35-inch all-terrain tires | Classic Bronco styling with Sasquatch tire sizing |
| Stroppe Edition | 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels | 35-inch all-terrain tires | Baja-style driving with long-travel suspension |
| Raptor | 17-inch beadlock wheels | 37-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tires | Maximum factory Bronco tire size and high-speed off-road capability |
For buyers in Muncie and across central Indiana, the practical impact of tire size shows up in a few specific ways.
On trail, 35-inch tires on a Badlands Advanced or Heritage Edition allow the Bronco to step over obstacles that would stop a stock Base trim. The sidewall height absorbs rock faces and root systems that shorter tires would bounce off, giving the driver more composure without increasing driver input.
For daily driving, the Outer Banks 18-inch highway tire setup delivers a noticeably quieter cabin on pavement compared to the aggressive mud-terrain tread patterns on the Badlands and above. Buyers who spend most miles on Indiana roads but want trail capability on the occasional weekend should weigh that tradeoff honestly.
The G.O.A.T. Modes (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain) system adjusts throttle, traction control, and transmission mapping across Normal, Eco, Sport, Slippery, and Sand modes. Badlands and above add Mud/Ruts and Rock Crawl modes. These modes are calibrated around the tire size specific to each trim, so the system and the rubber work together rather than independently.
The 360-degree camera available on select trims helps drivers place larger tires accurately when navigating tight technical sections. Trail Turn Assist, available on automatic transmission models, reduces turning radius by braking the inside rear wheel, which becomes more useful when wide 35-inch or 37-inch tires limit natural turning arc.
No factory mid-size SUV in the segment ships with 37-inch tires as a standard fitment from the factory. The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392, for comparison, ships with 35-inch tires in base configuration. The Bronco Raptor edges past that benchmark without requiring an aftermarket lift kit.
For buyers cross-shopping the Bronco against other trail-oriented SUVs, the Badlands with Sasquatch Package delivers 35-inch tires without the price premium of the Raptor. That is a meaningful value proposition for buyers who want serious off-road rubber but do not need the 3.0L V6 or the Fox suspension package.
The tire size you choose locks in a large part of what your Bronco will and will not do. Buyers near Muncie can see the trim-level tire differences in person at Greg Hubler Ford. The current inventory spans multiple configurations, so comparing a Badlands with Sasquatch against an Outer Banks side by side is straightforward. A Greg Hubler Ford product specialist can walk through the real-world difference between 33-inch, 35-inch, and 37-inch setups before you commit to a build.
The 2026 Ford Bronco Raptor comes standard with 37-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tires on 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels. This is the largest factory tire fitment in the Bronco lineup.
The Badlands with the Sasquatch Package runs 35-inch mud-terrain tires on 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels. Without the Sasquatch Package, the Badlands starts at 33.5-inch all-terrain tires.
No. The Outer Banks runs 18-inch wheels with highway-terrain tires, which are smaller in diameter and optimized for pavement. The Badlands uses 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels with more aggressive all-terrain or mud-terrain rubber.
Ford builds meaningful clearance into the Bronco’s wheel wells, especially on the Badlands and Raptor. A lift kit is generally required to run tires larger than factory spec without rubbing. Consult a Ford-authorized service technician before adding oversized tires to preserve your warranty coverage.
G.O.A.T. Modes are calibrated by Ford around each trim’s factory tire size. The system’s throttle mapping and traction calibration are matched to the rubber on that specific build, so the Raptor’s Rock Crawl mode, for example, accounts for the 37-inch tire diameter in its inputs.
Yes. The Badlands 4-Door and 2-Door Advanced trims pair the 7-speed manual with the Sasquatch Package, which includes 35-inch tires. The Raptor’s 37-inch setup is automatic-only.
The base configuration carries 8.3 inches of ground clearance. Trims with larger tire diameters, particularly the Badlands with Sasquatch and the Raptor, add measurable clearance above that figure through tire diameter alone, before any suspension modifications.
