Comparing Titan Tire Chains TC2323 & TC2524 for Use on 2013 Toyota Tacoma with 245/75-16 Tires

Question:

What is the differerance between 2323 and 2524? I have a 2013 Tacoma 245-75-16

asked by: Thomas P

Expert Reply:

Titan tire chains # TC2323 and # TC2524 are both square-link diamond-pattern type snow chains that will fit on your tire size 245/75-16. They differ in the specific tire sizes that are compatible and in how much clearance they need to avoid contact with any vehicle components like brake lines.

Chain set # TC2323 has a link thickness of only 3.7mm which earns them the classification of being low-profile S-Class chains that are suitable for applications where there is limited wheel well clearance.

Chain set # TC2524 has a link thickness of 5.5mm and this means they are not rated as S-Class chains.

Some vehicles can use only S-Class chains. Other vehicles may be able to use chains only on one axle or the other, and/or only on one tire size or another. I reviewed the online edition of the owner's manual for your truck and pages 218-220 indicate the truck can have chains installed on the REAR tires only. No mention is made of the S-Class requirement so you can use either chain set on your 245/75-16 rear tires up to a 30-mph maximum speed.

I recommend the heavier link chains # TC2524 since they will provide better bite into packed snow and ice and also last longer.