GBC Adds 27-Inch Kanati Mongrel UTV Tire Sizes

GBC Motorsports expanded its Kanati Mongrel UTV tire lineup in 2014 with 27-inch sizes designed to fit 12-inch wheels. The additions gave side-by-side owners a DOT-compliant, 8-ply-rated radial tire in a traditional staggered configuration, with a narrower front tire and wider rear tire.

New 27-Inch Kanati Mongrel Sizes

Announced in February 2014, the new 27×9.00R12 and 27×11.00R12 sizes expanded the Kanati Mongrel beyond the sizes introduced with the tire in late 2012. Both carried an 8-ply rating and a 600-pound maximum load rating.

Part Number	Size	Ply Rating	Weight	Max Load
AE122709MG	27×9.00R12	8PR	27.2 lb.	600 lb.
AE122711MG	27×11.00R12	8PR	30.9 lb.	600 lb.

The staggered pairing allowed owners to retain the familiar setup of narrower front tires and wider rear tires. At the time, the 27-inch sizes were intended as straightforward replacements for many UTVs equipped with 12-inch wheels, although owners should always confirm clearance, wheel width, load capacity and manufacturer recommendations for their specific vehicle.

Kanati Mongrel Construction and Intended Use

GBC developed the Kanati Mongrel as a DOT-compliant radial tire specifically for side-by-sides. Its non-directional tread uses closely spaced center blocks for a smoother contact patch, with larger shoulder lugs intended to provide traction in loose terrain. The radial carcass and 8-ply-rated construction of these original sizes were aimed at mixed recreational, racing and hard-surface use.

“The Mongrel has been a very popular tire in the SXS community both for racers and enthusiasts. We continually develop our products and adding a pair of 27-inch sizes was an obvious first step in expanding the Mongrel line.” Kory Ellis, GBC Motorsports sales representative, in the 2014 announcement

Original 2014 Kanati Mongrel Size Lineup

Part Number	Size	Ply Rating	Weight	Max Load
AE122610MG	26×10.00R12	8PR	26.5 lb.	600 lb.
AE122709MG	27×9.00R12	8PR	27.2 lb.	600 lb.
AE122711MG	27×11.00R12	8PR	30.9 lb.	600 lb.
AE142810MG	28×10.00R14	8PR	29.6 lb.	600 lb.
AE143010MG	30×10.00R14	8PR	33.3 lb.	600 lb.
AE152810MG	28×10.00R15	8PR	28.7 lb.	600 lb.
AE153010MG	30×10.00R15	8PR	34.0 lb.	600 lb.

The Kanati Mongrel family has expanded since this announcement. Check the GBC Motorsports website or a GBC dealer for current sizes, specifications and availability. Editor’s note: This article has been updated for clarity while preserving the specifications and historical context of GBC Motorsports’ original 2014 announcement.