Can't specifically speak to the RT model, but I have the Avalanche LT model for winter tires on my truck and they are really good in the snow, slush, hard pack, and decent on ice. Generous amount of siping on the Hercules similar to the Bridgestone Blizzak line for 1/3 less the cost IMO. I'd buy again, the Mastercraft/Cooper snows are very good as well.