Description
The APEX SM-10RS is a forged wheel from APEX’s Sprint Line, engineered for applications utilizing the 5×100 bolt pattern with 56.1mm center bore. This 17×9 ET48 wheel addresses the performance demands of 86/BRZ enthusiasts who require both strength and reduced unsprung weight for improved handling dynamics. The forged construction approach delivers superior material density and structural integrity compared to cast alternatives.
The SM-10RS achieves a weight of 16.6 lbs in the 17×9 configuration, representing a significant reduction in rotational mass that directly impacts acceleration, braking performance, and suspension response. This weight optimization is accomplished through the forged manufacturing process, which allows for precise material placement and thinner spoke sections without compromising structural strength required for high-performance applications.
Forged construction utilizes a single piece of aluminum that is heated and formed under extreme pressure, creating a wheel with enhanced grain structure and material properties. This manufacturing method produces wheels that are both lighter and stronger than cast equivalents, making them suitable for high-performance driving applications where wheel failure is not acceptable. The forged process eliminates the porosity and inconsistencies found in cast wheels, resulting in a denser, more reliable structure capable of withstanding the demands of track use and spirited driving.
The SM-10RS features C2 face profile configuration with 60 degree conical hardware seat design for proper wheel-to-hub interface. The wheel is available in multiple finish options including Anthracite, Brushed Clear, Satin Black, and Satin Bronze to accommodate various aesthetic preferences.
- Compatibility: 5×100 bolt pattern vehicles
- Material: Forged aluminum
- Weight: 16.6 lbs
- Center Bore: 56.1mm
- Face Profile: C2
- Hardware Seat: 60 Degree Conical
- Primary Application: 86/BRZ
- Available Finishes: Anthracite, Brushed Clear, Satin Black, Satin Bronze
- SKU: SM10RS179ET48-5100-561-AN
Wheel Specifications:
| DIAMETER | WIDTH | OFFSET | BOLT PATTERN | CENTER BORE | CONSTRUCTION | FACE PROFILE | HARDWARE SEAT | WEIGHT |
| 17″ | 9.0″ | ET48 | 5x100mm | 56.1mm | Forged | C2 | 60 Degree Conical | 16.6 lbs |
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