Apex VS-5 17x8.5 Flow Formed Wheel - 5x100 BP / ET44 / 56.1mm CB - Hyper Black (VS51785ET44-5100-561-NHBK)
The Apex VS-5 pushes the limits of what a flow formed wheel can achieve. Finished in stunning Hyper Black, this 17x8.5 wheel delivers an incredible strength-to-weight ratio and incorporates features normally reserved for fully forged wheels. Weighing only approximately 2 to 2.5 pounds more than its forged counterpart, the VS-5 represents the final step in performance before making the jump to a forged wheel.
Built using advanced flow forming technology, the VS-5 benefits from improved barrel grain structure and enhanced mechanical properties, allowing Apex engineers to reduce weight while maintaining exceptional strength and stiffness. Extensive FEA optimization, side-milled spokes, and a reinforced inner lip make this wheel equally at home on the street or at the track.
Features
- Flow formed aluminum construction
- Hyper Black finish
- Iconic 5-spoke design
- Advanced side-milled spokes for reduced weight
- Reinforced inner lip for increased durability
- Ultra-concave face profiles
- Exceptional brake clearance with high-clearance barrel design
- Weight optimized using Finite Element Analysis
- Built to accommodate oversized race lugs and impact sockets
- Multi-stage paint process over a powder coated base
- Meets or exceeds JWL load requirements
- Hub-centric design
- Gloss black Apex center cap included
- Compatible with OEM hardware and most wheel spacers
- Accepts OEM and aftermarket TPMS sensors
- Standard valve stem compatible
Specifications
- Part Number: VS51785ET44-5100-561-NHBK
- Series: VS-5 Evolution Line
- Wheel Size: 17x8.5
- Bolt Pattern: 5x100 BP
- Offset: ET44
- Center Bore: 56.1mm
- Finish: Hyper Black
- Construction: Flow Formed Aluminum
- Center Cap Included: Yes
- TPMS Compatible: Yes
Performance Engineering
The VS-5 utilizes side-milled spokes to remove excess material without compromising strength. Its reinforced inner lip provides extra protection against potholes and curbing, while the unique barrel profile maximizes brake clearance for both factory and aftermarket calipers. Three distinct face profiles help achieve aggressive concavity while maintaining critical clearances.
Fitment
- Applications utilizing a 5x100 bolt pattern and 56.1mm center bore
- ET44 offset specification
- Verify brake clearance, suspension clearance, tire clearance, and fender clearance before installation
FAQs
How does the VS-5 compare to a forged wheel?
The VS-5 incorporates many forged-wheel features and weighs only about 2 to 2.5 pounds more than its forged counterpart, making it one of the highest-performing flow formed wheels available.
Can I reuse factory TPMS sensors and hardware?
Yes. The VS-5 accepts OEM and aftermarket TPMS sensors and works with OEM wheel hardware, wheel locks, and most wheel spacers.
Why Buy From Beefcake Racing?
At Beefcake Racing, we're enthusiasts just like you. Whether you're building a street car or a dedicated track machine, our team is here to help you select the right wheel package for your application.
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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