Every Nitto Grappler tire has two different sidewall designs, one on each side of the tire. Nitto builds them this way so you can choose which look faces out when the tire is mounted. Below you can see what each design looks like, and how to tell us which one you want.
Sidewall designs by Grappler model
| Model | Type | The two sidewall designs |
|---|---|---|
| Ridge Grappler | Hybrid terrain | Aggressive block design / more traditional pattern |
| Trail Grappler M/T | Mud terrain | Stylized lettering with V-shaped lugs / traditional lettering with flat buttresses |
| Mud Grappler | Extreme mud terrain | Lizard skin lugs / plain lugs |
| Exo Grappler AWT | Heavy duty all-terrain | Chisel-shaped lugs / Y-shaped lugs |
| Recon Grappler A/T | All-terrain | Two unique designs with tall sidewall lugs |
| Terra Grappler G3 | All-terrain | Two unique designs with deep sidewall lugs |
| Nomad Grappler | Crossover terrain | Two unique designs with staggered sidewall lugs |
Ridge Grappler
Nitto describes one side as a more traditional pattern and the other as an aggressive block design.
Trail Grappler M/T
Mud Grappler
Nitto says the Mud Grappler's large side lugs add biting edges, which helps most in rocky terrain, and that their extra depth adds puncture resistance.
Exo Grappler AWT
Nitto says the Exo Grappler's 3-ply sidewall and large sidewall lugs add sidewall strength and puncture resistance.
How to choose your sidewall at NTW
- Ordering online: put your choice in the "Add Instructions About Your Order" box at checkout.
- Ordering by phone: tell your salesperson which sidewall you want facing out.
- If you don't choose: we mount Option 1 facing out.
This matters most on a wheel and tire package, because we mount the set for you, and mount and balance is free on every package.
Nitto sidewall FAQ
Do all Nitto tires have two sidewall designs?
Nitto says every Grappler has two sidewall designs. That applies to the Grappler line, not to every Nitto tire.
Does the Ridge Grappler have two different sidewalls?
Yes. One side has a more traditional pattern and the other has an aggressive block design.
Which sidewall is better?
Nitto presents the choice as a matter of looks, so pick the side you like best on your vehicle.
Which sidewall will I get if I don't choose?
On tires we mount, Option 1 faces out unless you tell us otherwise.
Can I choose the sidewall if I buy tires without wheels?
Yes. Both designs are on every tire, so tell your installer which side you want facing out.
Shop all Nitto tires or check what fits with our tire fitment guide.