Apex ML-10RT 18x9 Forged Touring Wheel 5x112 BP / ET42 / 57.1mm CB - Race Silver Machined Lip (Audi - Small Bore) (ML10RT189ET42-5112-571-MLRS)
The Apex ML-10RT blends classic touring car styling with cutting-edge forged wheel engineering to create a wheel that looks as impressive as it performs. Designed as part of Apex's Forged Touring Line, this 18x9 wheel delivers exceptional strength, reduced weight, and increased stiffness while maintaining the timeless deep-lip mesh appearance enthusiasts have admired for decades. Finished in Race Silver with a machined lip, the ML-10RT delivers a clean motorsport-inspired look that perfectly complements Audi performance applications.
Built using advanced monoblock forging technology, the ML-10RT offers the strength and durability required for aggressive street driving, track days, and daily use. From its side-milled spokes and reinforced Sprint Spec inner lip to its vehicle-specific spoke profiles and independent testing, every detail has been engineered to maximize performance without sacrificing style.
Quick Specs
- Part Number: ML10RT189ET42-5112-571-MLRS
- Wheel Size: 18x9
- Bolt Pattern: 5x112
- Offset: ET42
- Center Bore: 57.1mm
- Finish: Race Silver Machined Lip
- Construction: Fully Forged Monoblock
- Material: 6061-T6 Aluminum
- Approximate Weight: 19.9 lbs
- Load Rating: 1,600 lbs
- Face Profile: Profile 2
- Lug Seat: R13 Ball Seat
- Hub Centric Design
- OEM Center Cap Compatible
- TPMS Compatible
- Independent ITS Tested
Features
- Fully forged monoblock wheel engineered for exceptional strength and reduced weight.
- Classic touring car-inspired mesh design updated with modern motorsport engineering.
- Deep side-milled spokes remove excess material while maintaining structural integrity.
- Sprint Spec inner lip technology adds 32% more material in critical impact zones.
- Up to 50% greater reinforcement than conventional inner lip designs.
- Manufactured using a 10,000-ton forging process for superior aluminum density and grain structure.
- Built from Apex-developed motorsport-specific forged blanks.
- Independently tested by ITS beyond traditional JWL testing standards.
- Gloss clear-coated machined lip provides long-lasting appearance without polishing.
- Consistent 1.5-inch outer lip design throughout the ML-10RT lineup.
- Vehicle-specific spoke profiles optimize brake clearance while maximizing concavity.
- Compatible with oversized race lugs and impact sockets.
- Flush-mounted OEM center cap compatibility delivers a factory-plus appearance.
- Laser-engraved wheel specifications remain easy to locate and read.
- Hub-centric design minimizes the need for centering rings.
- Compatible with OEM and aftermarket TPMS sensors.
- Designed to work with OEM mounting hardware where applicable.
Motorsport Heritage Reimagined
The ML-10RT takes inspiration from some of the most iconic wheel designs in touring car and sports car racing history while incorporating every advantage of modern forging technology. The result is a wheel that delivers the visual appeal of classic motorsport designs while providing the strength, stiffness, and weight savings demanded by today's enthusiasts.
Forged for Performance
Apex utilizes an advanced 10,000-ton forging process to create an exceptionally strong wheel structure. Combined with the reinforced Sprint Spec inner lip and proprietary motorsport blank design, the ML-10RT is engineered to withstand track abuse, rough roads, and everyday driving with confidence.
Designed Around Real Vehicles
Using an extensive library of vehicle scans, Apex engineers developed vehicle-specific spoke profiles that maximize brake clearance without sacrificing the aggressive concavity and deep-lip styling enthusiasts expect. The result is a wheel that balances aesthetics, functionality, and performance.
Fitment
- Applications Utilizing 5x112 BP and 57.1mm Center Bore
- Audi and Volkswagen Small Bore Applications
- Verify Brake Clearance, Suspension Clearance, and Tire Fitment Prior to Installation
FAQs
Will this wheel accept OEM Audi center caps?
Yes. The ML-10RT was engineered to accept OEM center caps, allowing you to maintain a factory-inspired appearance if desired.
Can I use my factory TPMS sensors with these wheels?
Yes. The ML-10RT is compatible with both OEM and aftermarket TPMS sensors as well as standard valve stems.
Why Buy from Beefcake Racing?
When you're investing in premium forged wheels, expert support matters. Beefcake Racing offers competitive pricing, knowledgeable fitment assistance, and exceptional customer service to help ensure you select the ideal wheel package for your vehicle and performance goals.
Contact Beefcake Racing today:
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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