look at the manufacture date on them. im sure they are 5+ years old. and the compound is less than impressive. they are also an H-rated (130mph) tire. treadwear # (which will tell you how soft they are) is likely to be in the 360+ range. a BFG DR is 00, same as the MT, i believe a Nitto NT555R is a 20 treadwear…
also, your excuses are disgusting. youre not a car guy at all. you should take up a new hobby, perhaps horticulture?