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The Best Truck Wheels & Brands [2023]

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AT Staff

 / Dec 22 2022
The Best Truck Wheels & Brands [2023]

Whether you're planning to lift your truck, gear it up for off-roading, or just make it look as awesome as possible, the right wheels can make a world of difference. But with hundreds of options out there, how do you know where to start?

To determine the best truck wheels on the market, we crunched the numbers from our truck accessory experts to score each wheel on criteria including overall performance, quality, price, off-road performance, and appearance. (For more on that, see our methodology section at the end.)

From looks to off-roading to affordability, we broke down eight of our favorites so you can make the right pick to suit your specific needs.

Best All-Around Truck Wheel: Fuel Vapor

Fuel vapor wheel

Fuel is one of the most popular brands out there, and for good reason. They've got a few offerings on our list, and the Vapor takes the cake for the best all-around wheel. This one gets top marks across the board on all possible metrics for us, but comes at a fairly premium price. With a black powder coat finish, premium-grade aluminum construction, and aggressive 12-spoke design, the Vapor is built to look great and perform even better for the long haul.

Pros

Cons

Bold look

Premium construction

Lots of sizing options

Fairly high price tag

Limited finish options

 

 
    • Price: $311-$457
    • Material: Aluminum
    • Available Finishes: Matte Black, Double Dark
    • Construction: One-piece
    • Bolt Pattern: 5-lug, 6-lug, 8-lug
    • Width: 8", 9", 10", 12"
    • Diameter: 15", 17", 18", 20", 22"
    • Warranty: Yes

 

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Best Truck Wheel on a Budget: Pro Comp Wheels 05 Series Torq

Pro Comp Wheels 05 Series Torq

What makes the Pro Comp 05 series a value isn't the low price tag—it's the quality you get at a pretty astounding price. Coming in at under $200, the 7005 is constructed using counter pressure casting technology, giving you a wheel that's as sturdy as it is light. The arrowhead-style eight-spoke design and silver accents also make it look sharp, and the finish comes backed with a two-year manufacturer warranty (not to mention limited lifetime warranty for defects). Dollar for dollar, the 7005 offers a near unmatched combination of durability and style.

Pros

Cons

Low price

Lightweight

two-year finish warranty

Not as high quality as premium options

Limited size options

 

 
    • Price: $194
    • Material: Aluminum
    • Available Finishes: Matte Black, Black
    • Construction: One-piece
    • Bolt Pattern: 6-lug
    • Width: 8", 9"
    • Diameter: 17"
    • Warranty: Yes

 

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Most Versatile Truck Wheel: Fuel Vector

Fuel Vector wheel

The second Fuel product to make our list is the Vector, taking the cake for most versatile wheel. Like the Vapor, the Vector scored top marks in just about every category possible. It's slightly more affordable than the Vapor and offers a solid compromise between street style class and off-road grit. With three sleek finish options, aviation-grade cast aluminum build, and an impressive 2,500 load capacity, at 31 pounds, it's got the performance and longevity to match the look.

Pros

Cons

Blends performance and style

Three finish options

Strong off-road capabilities

Finish warranty is only for one year

Moderately priced

 

 
    • Price: $304-$436
    • Material: Aluminum
    • Available Finishes: Gun Metal, Matte Black, Bronze
    • Construction: One-piece
    • Bolt Pattern: 5-lug, 6-lug, 8-lug
    • Width: 8", 8.5", 9", 10"
    • Diameter: 16", 17", 18", 20"
    • Warranty: Yes

 

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Coolest-Looking Truck Wheel: Moto Metal MO985 Breakout

Moto Metal MO985 Breakout wheel

With machined accents, dynamic swept seven-spoke "deep dish" design, and striking gloss finish, the Moto Metal MO985 is sure to turn heads. The branded center cap is a nice addition to round out this aggressive wheel. The durable gloss clear coat helps fortify it against daily wear and tear, and the one-piece cast aluminum construction makes the MO985 a reliable performer to boot.

Pros

Cons

Sharply designed

Performs well off-road

2,500-pound load capacity

Limited diameter options

Only two finish options

Aggressive look may not be for everyone

 
    • Price: $333-$391
    • Material: Aluminum
    • Available Finishes: Gloss Black Machined, Chrome
    • Construction: One-piece
    • Bolt Pattern: 5-lug, 6-lug
    • Width: 8", 9", 10", 12"
    • Diameter: 16", 20"
    • Warranty: Yes

 

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Most Badass Truck Wheel: RTR Tech 6

RTR Tech 6 wheel

Developed with pro drifter Vaughn Gittin Jr., the RTR Tech 6 is not only predictably sporty, but distinctively constructed. The Tech 6 features flow formed construction, a process of low-pressure casting, rapid cooling, and then barrel "stretching" that makes for an incredibly light, strong final product. This is an aggressively styled, uniquely designed wheel that looks awesome and performs amazingly well on a road, track, or trail.

Pros

Cons

Flow formed aluminum construction

Unique split Y-spoke design

Equally light and durable

Finish may be somewhat prone to chipping

Only one width

Manufacturer warranty is only 30 days

 
    • Price: $250-$369
    • Material: Aluminum
    • Available Finishes: Satin Black, Satin Charcoal
    • Construction: One-piece
    • Bolt Pattern: 6-lug
    • Width: 9"
    • Diameter: 17", 18", 20"
    • Warranty: Yes

 

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Best Off-Road Truck Wheel: Weld Cinch Beadlock W902

Weld Cinch Beadlock W902 wheel

Weld's Cinch Beadlock wheel is not for the faint of heart. A true beadlock wheel, the W902 uses bolts to clamp the tire directly to the wheel itself, creating a superior seal and enabling better traction by keeping your tire from debeading at low pressures during hardcore off-roading. The rotary-formed aluminum construction is tough enough to take a real beating, and if you're bored of the typical dark finishes, there's even an eye-popping candy red option so you can hit the trail in style.

Pros

Cons

True beadlock wheel

Rotary-formed aluminum construction

Built for superior off-road performance

Warranty only covers defects for three years

Premium price tag

Size options are limited

 
    • Price: $575
    • Material: Aluminum
    • Available Finishes: Gloss Black, Candy Red
    • Construction: One-piece
    • Bolt Pattern: 5-lug, 6-lug
    • Width: 9", 10"
    • Diameter: 17"
    • Warranty: Yes

 

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Staff Favorite Truck Wheel: Mammoth Split 8 Beadlock

 Mammoth Split 8 Beadlock wheel

Though they specialize in off-roading wheels, Mammoth's Split 8 is an all-around great wheel that picked up near-perfect ratings on all metrics for us, making it a solid choice for suburban commuters and weekend warriors alike. It's hard not to like the military-inspired spoke design and simulated beadlock bolts, which create a look that's both aggressive and polished. The gravity casting also makes it a reliably tough wheel, whether you're driving down a city highway or a remote Forest Service road.

Pros

Cons

Blend of looks and performance

Low price point

Fairly generous warranty

Limited sizing options

Matte finish doesn't pop as much as others

 

 
    • Price: $171-$238
    • Material: Aluminum
    • Available Finishes: Matte Black, Polished
    • Construction: One-piece
    • Bolt Pattern: 6-lug
    • Width: 9"
    • Diameter: 17", 18"
    • Warranty: Yes

 

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Honorable Mention: DV8 Offroad 886

DV8 Offroad 886 wheel

DV8 Offroad makes our list with the honorable mention nod for its admirable performance across all our metrics. While it didn't stand out in any one area, it's an overall great wheel with some nice perks. The 3,500-pound load rating is impressive, and the matte bronze finish is a really distinctive alternative for those who want to spice up their ride beyond the usual black or charcoal. At the end of the day, the 886 is a reliable option for both performance and looks.

Pros

Cons

3,500-pound load rating

Available matte bronze finish

Made from tough gravity-cast aluminum

Limited sizing options

Manufacturer warranty is only one year

 

 
    • Price: $189-$280
    • Material: Aluminum
    • Available Finishes: Matte Black, Matte Bronze
    • Construction: One-piece
    • Bolt Pattern: 6-lug
    • Width: 9", 12"
    • Diameter: 17", 20"
    • Warranty: Yes

 

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How To Choose the Best Truck Wheels

Choosing the best truck wheels comes down to knowing what you plan to do with your truck. Are you looking for performance, looks, or both? Will you be doing a lot of towing or carrying heavy loads? (If so, you might also want to look into upgrading to ceramic or semi-metallic brake pads.) 

You'll want to look for the right towing capacity and off-road capabilities if you prioritize performance, but if not, it could be as simple as picking the coolest-looking wheel you can find that matches the look of your truck. It doesn't hurt to consider manufacturer warranties, too—some are limited to factory defects, while more generous ones even cover finish for up to a year.

Methodology

As one of the leading aftermarket retailers in the game, AmericanTrucks is staffed with knowledgeable pickup enthusiasts, so we used our staff's advanced product knowledge and experience to rank our wheels. To make our picks, we ranked dozens of our most popular wheels by scoring them on a 1-5 scale on these five factors:

    • Overall performance
    • Overall quality
    • Off-road performance
    • Appearance
    • Price

Once we tallied the final scores, we whittled down our top eight selections using the scores as guides. We also leaned on expert testing and product specs to supplement those scores to come up with what we believe are objective but reasoned winners in each category.

Best Truck Wheel FAQs

What Are the Best Wheels for Trucks?

Based on our scoring, these are eight great options for your pickup truck: Fuel Vapor (Best All-Around), Pro Comp Wheels 05 Series Torq (Best on a Budget), Fuel Vector (Most Versatile), Moto Metal MO985 Breakout (Coolest-Looking), RTR Tech 6 (Most Badass), Weld Cinch Beadlock W902 (Best Off-Road), Mammoth Split 8 (Staff Favorite), and DV8 Offroad 886 (Honorable Mention).

Are Aftermarket Truck Wheels Worth It?

Aftermarket truck wheels are absolutely worth it if you're looking to upgrade your truck to a custom look or enhance its performance. Factory wheels are fine for general use, but quality wheels are essential for off-roading, racing, and extensive towing.

How Much Do New Rims Cost?

For the average driver, you can expect rims to cost anywhere from around $80 to $500 apiece depending on whether you're looking for aesthetics alone or a blend of looks and performance. Premium options can easily run up to $3,000 or more.

Best Wheel Brands for Trucks

Based on our scoring criteria and internal data on the most popular choices for AmericanTrucks customers, here are some of (what we consider) the best truck wheel brands:

    • Fuel Off-Road
    • Mammoth 4x4
    • RTR
    • Pro Comp
    • Moto Metal
    • Weld
    • DV8 Offroad

You'll see at least one wheel from each of these brands in our list of top wheel picks above, but it's by no means exhaustive. As any truck owner knows, what's best for one driver may not even be in the conversation for another. But one thing's for sure—we back all these brands and products and recommend them for your pickup.

 

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