Carlstar Tires is a premium supplier of specialty tires in the business for over 100 years. The brand focuses on industrial, OTR, ATV, construction, and lawn/turf tires and commits to top-quality workmanship at an affordable price. A commercial tire brand, Carlstar is one of the leading tire manufacturers for ATV and UTV vehicles.

The Carlstar Polaris PXT2 is an ATV/UTV tire best suited for heavy payload applications. In this Carlstar Polaris PXT2 review, we will take a look at some of the features and benefits of the tire, its pros and cons, and SimpleTire’s views on the tire.

Features and Benefits

ATV/UTV tires are mostly used on off-road terrains and are built with aggressive tread patterns and robust construction. They are built to last and can handle aggressive driving on rough terrains. Additionally, these tires can also be used on paved roads but might not deliver as smooth performance as passenger tires.

The Carlstar Polaris PXT2 is designed for use on ATVs, UTVs, and SxS, and can be used in the rear or front position of the tire. Designed to be used on soft or hard terrains, these tires offer all-round use because of the various tire elements. Here are some noteworthy features and benefits of the tire.

• Versatile use: Can be used on front and rear position of the vehicle due to asymmetrical tread pattern and can be driven on soft or hard terrains.
• Durable construction: Built with a 6-ply rating that enhances strength and durability.
• Enhanced traction: The non-directional tread pattern boosts traction on different terrains.
• Improved stability: The arrowhead-shaped tread and shoulder blocks are arranged to offer maximum driving stability.
• Self-cleaning: The tires are built with a self-cleaning technology that eliminates snow, dirt, and rocks from the footprint.

Pros and Cons

Now that we know more about the features and benefits of the Carlstar Polaris PXT2, let’s also discuss some of its pros and cons to give you a clearer understanding of the tire.

PROS:

• Durable construction with multi-purpose use.
• Enhanced traction and handling for great overall performance.
• Self-cleaning tread ensures reliable performance throughout its life.

While these pros make a good case for the tire, also consider these cons before making a final decision.

CONS:

• The tires can be noisy when driven on paved roads.
• The wet traction can be improved.
• The tread can wear off quickly when used roughly.

SimpleTire’s view on Carlstar Polaris PXT2 tires

If you are looking for a set of tires for your ATV or UTV, that can deliver reliable performance and consistent traction then the Carlstar Polaris PXT2 might be a good fit for you. Designed to be used in the front or rear position of your vehicle that can be driven on soft or hard surfaces, the Polaris PXT2 delivers in all avenues. These features rewarded the tire an average SimpleScore of 9.6 out of 10. The tire truly shines in longevity and traction with a score of 9.8 for both. In durability, the tire is not far behind and scores an average of 9.4.

Also, consider Greenball Dirt Commander, if you want better durability of 9.5. However, the Dirt Commander scores lower (9) in longevity and traction than the Polaris PXT2 is considerably expensive.

Vehicles the Carlstar Polaris PXT2 is a replacement tire for

As the Carlstar Polaris PXT2 is available in different tire sizes it can be used as a good replacement tire for different ATVs, UTVs, and SxS, such as Yamaha YFZ450, KTM 450X, Honda TRX250R, Suzuki LTR450, and more.