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Mpec

Regular132 posts

2026-03-25

Hi, For those who’ve driven on Iceland’s gravel roads in their own or a rented Duster, could you tell me what tires were fitted on the vehicle? Were they All Terrain tires or more "standard" ones like all-season tires, for example?

Follow-up question: if they were "standard" tires, did that cause any issues on the gravel roads and rough terrain?

Thanks so much for any info you can share. Best, Marc

Marc

Tiger3 Veteran ·2026-03-26

Hi Marc,

If you're renting your vehicle, it's not your main concern. However, if you're taking your own vehicle, I recommend at least all-terrain tires. But mud-terrain profiles will be more useful for you. The tracks have quite abrasive sand, and getting out of a ford will require good grip. My experience in Iceland was on a motorcycle—I had TT tires. Good luck with your prep! Thierry

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Girardinpho Veteran ·2026-03-27

Hi Marc,

For us, our Defender is equipped with All-Terrain tires, which are perfect for Iceland. We’ve never had any issues, whether in volcanic sand or crossing rivers.

Nathalie

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MP Mpec Regular ·2026-03-27

Thanks for all the answers to my question. Ideally, I really do want to equip my vehicle with All Terrain tires. I’m having trouble finding tires in the same size as my current ones that would fit my 18-inch rims. I might need to consider changing the rims. But yeah, traveling with All Terrain tires does seem safer. Thanks again, best regards, Marc

Marc

Tires for Iceland in a Duster

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