Apex ML-10RT 18x8.5 Forged Touring Wheel 5x120 BP / ET40 / 72.56mm CB - Race Silver Machined Lip (BMW) (ML10RT1885ET40-5120-7256-MLRS)
The Apex ML-10RT blends timeless motorsport styling with advanced forged wheel technology to deliver a wheel that performs as impressively as it looks. Inspired by the legendary mesh wheels that dominated touring and sports car racing, the ML-10RT combines classic deep-lip aesthetics with modern engineering to provide exceptional strength, reduced weight, and increased stiffness. Finished in Race Silver Machined Lip, this wheel offers a clean, purposeful appearance that perfectly complements performance-oriented BMW builds.
Designed and engineered entirely in-house, the ML-10RT utilizes proprietary forged blanks, deep side-milled spokes, reinforced Sprint Spec inner lip technology, and vehicle-specific spoke profiles to maximize brake clearance and structural integrity. Whether your BMW spends its time on the street, at track days, or carving back roads, the ML-10RT delivers the durability and performance enthusiasts demand.
Quick Specs
- Part Number: ML10RT1885ET40-5120-7256-MLRS
- Wheel Model: ML-10RT
- Diameter: 18 inches
- Width: 8.5 inches
- Bolt Pattern: 5x120
- Offset: ET40
- Center Bore: 72.56mm
- Finish: Race Silver Machined Lip
- Construction: Fully Forged Monoblock
- Material: Forged Aluminum
- Center Cap Compatible: Yes
- TPMS Compatible: Yes
- Hub Centric Design: Yes
Features
- Fully forged monoblock construction engineered for superior strength and reduced weight.
- Manufactured using a 10,000-ton forging process for exceptional material density and durability.
- Deep side-milled spokes remove excess material while maintaining structural rigidity.
- Sprint Spec inner lip reinforcement improves resistance to impacts and road hazards.
- Approximately 50% more inner lip reinforcement than conventional wheel designs.
- Proprietary motorsport-specific forging blanks developed entirely by Apex.
- Vehicle-specific spoke profiles maximize brake clearance and wheel concavity.
- Classic motorsport mesh design paired with a modern machined lip.
- Consistent 1.5-inch outer lip design across the ML-10RT lineup.
- Gloss clear-coated machined lip eliminates the need for polishing.
- Independently tested beyond standard JWL requirements for increased durability.
- Designed to accommodate oversized race lugs and impact sockets.
- Compatible with OEM BMW and Apex center caps.
- Laser-engraved wheel specifications for easy identification.
- Supports OEM wheel hardware and many aftermarket wheel accessories.
- Compatible with OEM and aftermarket TPMS sensors.
Forged Strength Meets Classic Motorsport Style
The ML-10RT pays homage to the iconic wheel designs that helped define touring car racing while utilizing modern forging technology to deliver real performance benefits. Apex engineers focused on increasing strength, improving stiffness, reducing weight, and maximizing brake clearance without compromising the wheel's timeless appearance.
Sprint Spec Inner Lip Reinforcement
Borrowed from Apex's race-proven Sprint Line wheels, the reinforced Sprint Spec inner lip adds material in critical impact zones where it matters most. This engineering enhancement improves durability against potholes, track curbing, and rough road conditions while maintaining a lightweight forged structure.
Vehicle-Specific Brake Clearance Optimization
Rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach, Apex utilizes extensive 3D vehicle scanning data to create application-specific spoke profiles. This allows the ML-10RT to maximize brake clearance while preserving aggressive concavity and maintaining proper fitment characteristics.
Race Silver Machined Lip Finish
The Race Silver Machined Lip finish delivers a refined motorsport-inspired appearance that complements virtually any BMW color combination. The bright silver mesh center paired with the machined outer lip creates a timeless look that remains equally at home on street cars, track cars, and show vehicles.
Fitment
- Applications Utilizing 5x120 Bolt Pattern and 72.56mm Center Bore
- Verify Brake Clearance, Suspension Clearance, and Tire Fitment Prior to Installation
FAQs
Will this wheel work with factory BMW center caps?
Yes. The ML-10RT is engineered to accept compatible OEM BMW center caps as well as the included Apex center cap.
Can I use OEM TPMS sensors with these wheels?
Yes. The ML-10RT is compatible with both OEM and aftermarket TPMS sensors and standard valve stems.
Why Buy from Beefcake Racing?
At Beefcake Racing, we understand performance enthusiasts because we are enthusiasts ourselves. Whether you're building a dedicated track car, a canyon carver, or a high-performance street machine, our team is committed to helping you select the right parts while providing exceptional customer service and technical support.
Contact us today for expert fitment assistance and product support:
Email: sales@beefcakeracing.com
Phone: 1-855-827-7223
Note: Wheels that have been mounted with tires are considered used and cannot be returned or refunded. Please verify vehicle fitment before placing your order, and always test fit wheels prior to tire mounting.
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