Description
The APEX SM-10RS is a forged wheel from APEX’s Sprint Line, engineered for Chevrolet applications utilizing the 5×120.65 bolt pattern with 70.3mm center bore. This 18×12 ET42 wheel addresses the performance demands of Chevrolet 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 20.8 lbs in the 18×12 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 Chevrolet 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 Profile 3 face design and 60 degree conical hardware seat configuration. The Profile 3 face provides optimized spoke geometry for the Sprint Line’s performance characteristics while the 60 degree conical seat ensures proper lug nut engagement and load distribution across the mounting surface.
- Compatibility: Chevrolet applications with 5×120.65 bolt pattern
- Material: Forged aluminum construction
- Weight: 20.8 lbs
- Face Profile: Profile 3
- Hardware Seat: 60 Degree Conical
- Center Bore: 70.3mm
- Available Finishes: Anthracite, Motorsport Gold, Satin Black, Satin Bronze
- SKU: SM10RS1812ET42-512065-703-AN
Wheel Specifications:
| DIAMETER | WIDTH | OFFSET | BOLT PATTERN | CENTER BORE | CONSTRUCTION | FACE PROFILE | HARDWARE SEAT | WEIGHT |
| 18″ | 12.0″ | ET42 | 5×120.65mm | 70.3mm | Forged | Profile 3 | 60 Degree Conical | 20.8 lbs |
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