Snow Chains for Pickup Trucks
Pickups are often rear-wheel drive with a fairly light rear end when the load bed is empty, which can make wheelspin worse on snow and ice than you'd expect from a vehicle this size - grip on the driven axle matters more here than it does on most 4x4s. Heavier-duty pickups can also run dual rear wheels, similar to a van, which rules out chains that aren't built for a twin-wheel fitment.
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 Pickups
Designs built for larger tyres and higher loads, such as König's XG-12 Pro, are a good starting point, whilst König's K-Summit and Spikes Spider's Alpine Pro offer comparable options designed for pickup 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 VAN
External fitting snow chains
The König K-Summit VAN is the external chain dedicated to Vans and Motorhomes, 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.