Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 vs Tigar Winter 1: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 and Tigar Winter 1 appear in 4 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 88/100, based on 2 tests.
How the Tigar Winter 1 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 and Tigar Winter 1 are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
- You prefer the Tigar Winter 1's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 | Tigar Winter 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Winter | Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 2 | 2 |
| Best rank | #1 | #14 |
| Avg rank | 10.7 | 31.9 |
| Latest test | 2019 | 2025 |
| Tire Lab Score | 87.9 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05
Tigar Winter 1
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 | Tigar Winter 1 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 15.3 | Avg rank 37.0 | Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 5.5 1 | No data | Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 |
| ❄️Snow | Avg rank 11.7 | No data | Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 5.5 | No data | Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 1.0 1 | No data | Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 |
💧 Wet: Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 wins this category with an average rank of 15.3, compared to 37.0 for the Tigar Winter 1.
☀️ Dry: Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 wins this category with an average rank of 5.5, compared to no data for the Tigar Winter 1.
❄️ Snow: Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 wins this category with an average rank of 11.7, compared to no data for the Tigar Winter 1.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 wins this category with an average rank of 5.5, compared to no data for the Tigar Winter 1.
🔋 Efficiency: Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 wins this category with an average rank of 1.0, compared to no data for the Tigar Winter 1.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 or Tigar Winter 1?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 ranks higher on average than the Tigar Winter 1.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Tigar Winter 1 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 ranks better than the Tigar Winter 1.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Maxxis Arctictrekker WP05 appears in 2 independent tests, Tigar Winter 1 in 2.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
