Description
The APEX Wheels VS-5 from the Evolution Line represents a precision-engineered flow formed wheel designed for BMW applications requiring 5×120 bolt pattern compatibility. This 18×8.5 ET40 wheel addresses the demands of performance applications through APEX’s flow formed construction process, which combines casting efficiency with enhanced strength characteristics to deliver optimal performance for track and street use.
The wheel utilizes flow formed construction, a manufacturing process that begins with a cast wheel blank before applying specialized forming techniques. During flow forming, the wheel barrel is spun at high speed while rollers apply controlled pressure, stretching and compressing the aluminum to create a denser grain structure. This process increases the material strength while reducing weight compared to traditional cast wheels, positioning flow formed construction between cast and forged methods in terms of both performance and cost.
The VS-5 features Profile 1 face design, providing the geometry suited for the 8.5-inch width configuration. The 72.56mm center bore specification provides precise hub-centric fitment for BMW applications, ensuring proper wheel alignment and reducing vibration during operation. The wheel incorporates a 60-degree conical hardware seat, designed to work with conical lug bolts typically used in BMW applications for secure wheel mounting.
APEX offers the VS-5 in multiple finish options including Anthracite, Hyper Black, Race Silver, and Satin Black, allowing customization to match specific aesthetic preferences. The Evolution Line designation indicates this wheel benefits from APEX’s refined engineering approach, incorporating lessons learned from motorsport applications to deliver performance-oriented wheels for street and track use.
- Compatibility: BMW (5×120 bolt pattern)
- Construction: Flow Formed
- Size: 18×8.5 ET40
- Center Bore: 72.56mm
- Face Profile: Profile 1
- Hardware Seat: 60 Degree Conical
- Available Finishes: Anthracite, Hyper Black, Race Silver, Satin Black
- SKU: VS51885ET40-5120-7256-AN
Wheel Specifications:
| DIAMETER | WIDTH | OFFSET | BOLT PATTERN | CENTER BORE | CONSTRUCTION | FACE PROFILE | HARDWARE SEAT | WEIGHT |
| 18″ | 8.5″ | ET40 | 5x120mm | 72.56mm | Flow Formed | Profile 1 | 60 Degree Conical | None |
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