Snow chains for 4x4s
4x4s add a wrinkle other vehicles don't have: legally, chains are usually only required on the drive wheels, and on a 4WD that can mean just one axle, front or rear, so check your handbook before buying just one set. Off-road-focused 4x4s also tend to run larger, more aggressive tyres with generous wheel arch clearance, so the main fitting challenge is usually getting the size right rather than working around tight clearances.
Therefore, it's important to select your vehicle and tyre size to see the list of chains that are fully approved for your vehicle and tyre combination.
Recommended Snow Chains for 4 Wheel Drive Vehicles
Designs built for larger tyres and mixed on/off-road use, such as König's XG-12 Pro, are a good starting point, whilst König's K-Summit XXL and Spikes-Spider's Alpine Pro both offer comparable options built for 4x4 use.
AutoSock
High-Performance Snow Socks
AutoSock: AutoSock - textile wheel covers with an elasticated edge; you just slip them over the driving wheels when you find yourself getting stuck. ("Yes - it really is this easy" and "Yes, of course they work!") Be prepared for the winter by carrying a set of AutoSock in your car.
Polaire XP16
Traditional snow chains
Polaire's XP16 are a good quality traditional style 16mm chain. They're easy to fit and remove and therefore ideal for SUVs, vans and camper vans that can accommodate traditional chains and used for the occassional ski-drive or UK use.
Konig XB-16
Traditional snow chains
The König XB-16 is a basic yet sturdy snow chain destined to Pickup, Vans and Motorhomes looking for a pragmatic snow chain to safely drive in winter.
Konig XG-12 Pro
Traditional snow chains
Automatic tensioning snow chains for SUVs and Vans looking for additional traction and comfort. The XG-12 Pro is the ideal solution for vehicles not accepting the traditional 16mm snow chains for clearance limitations.
Konig XD-16
Traditional snow chains
The XD-16 Pro offers a light and easy-to-fit snow chain with a simplified mounting procedure for SUVs and Pickups equipped with larger tyres.
Spikes-Spider Easy Alpine Pro
External fitting snow chains
These outstanding snow chains are for 4x4s and large commercial vans. The Easy ALPINE PRO clips onto two wheel bolt mounted studs, providing better reliability than systems that only clip to a single wheel bolt stud.
Konig K-Summit XXL
External fitting snow chains
The König K-Summit XXL is the external chain dedicated to modern SUVs, ideal for vehicles where there is minimal distance between the wheel and the wheel arch, or where there are clearance issues inside the wheel.
Spikes-Spider Alpine Pro
External fitting snow chains
Developed for the light commercial vehicle market where speed and simplicity of fitting is almost as important as chain function, the Alpine Pro snow chains are a great solution for vans, camper vans and SUVs.