Description
The APEX SM-10RS is a forged wheel from APEX’s Sprint Line, engineered specifically for VW/Audi applications utilizing the 5×112 bolt pattern with 57.1mm center bore. This 18×9.5 ET41 wheel addresses the performance demands of German car 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 18.9 lbs in the 18×9.5 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 VW/Audi 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 1 face design and incorporates R13 Ball Seat hardware configuration for proper lug nut engagement. Multiple finish options are available including Anthracite, Motorsport Gold, Satin Black, and Satin Bronze to complement various vehicle aesthetics.
- Compatibility: VW/Audi (Small Bore) applications
- Material: Forged aluminum construction
- Weight: 18.9 lbs
- Hardware Seat: R13 Ball Seat
- Face Profile: Profile 1
- Available Finishes: Anthracite, Motorsport Gold, Satin Black, Satin Bronze
- SKU: SM10RS1895ET41-5112-571-AN
Wheel Specifications:
| DIAMETER | WIDTH | OFFSET | BOLT PATTERN | CENTER BORE | CONSTRUCTION | FACE PROFILE | HARDWARE SEAT | WEIGHT |
| 18″ | 9.5″ | ET41 | 5x112mm | 57.1mm | Forged | Profile 1 | R13 Ball Seat | 18.9 lbs |
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