2004 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Wheels & Rims: Bolt Pattern, Offset & Sizes

Fitting Porsche 911 GT3 RS wheels? This page gives the 2004 Porsche 911 GT3 RS bolt pattern (5x130), centre bore, factory rim size and the offset range for aftermarket and forged Porsche 911 GT3 RS rims: the same spec sheet ANKUSI uses when machining forged wheels for this car.

Quick answer: The 2004 Porsche 911 GT3 RS uses a 5x130 bolt pattern with a 71.6 mm centre bore and M14x1.5 lug bolts. Factory wheels: F: 18x8.5J R: 18x11J. For aftermarket wheels, 18x9J ET46 front / 18x11J ET60 rear sits flush and 18x9J ET46 front / 18x12J ET63 rear is the most aggressive fit.

Forged wheels for the 2004 Porsche 911 GT3 RS — drilled 5x130 with a 71.6 mm centre bore, built to the offset you choose. From $220 per wheel, made to order in about 25 days.

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Porsche 911 GT3 RS (2004): 5x130 bolt pattern, 71.6mm center bore. Factory wheels: F: 18x8.5J R: 18x11J. Reference fitment ranges.

Bolt Pattern5x130
Wheel Bolt/NutM14x1.5 Bolt
Center Bore71.6mm
Wheel Load Rating700–850 kg/wheel (Performance / Sports Car segment reference)
Caliper TypeFixed 6-piston front caliper (OEM, Porsche GT/RS)
Year2004
CategoryTrack Sports Car

✓ Data check: the bolt pattern and center bore on this page match an independent fitment reference. Last reviewed September 18, 2026. How we verify

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Wheel Size & Offset at a Glance

Porsche 911 GT3 RS wheel size and offset comparison by configuration
ConfigurationWheel Size & Offset
Factory (OE)F: 18x8.5J R: 18x11J
Flush FitmentF 18x9J ET46 / R 18x11J ET60
Maximum AggressiveF 18x9J ET46 / R 18x12J ET63
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How to Read Wheel Offset & Measurements

Use these two references before ordering: the left diagram shows where each spec (PCD, center bore, offset, width and diameter) is measured on the wheel; the right diagram shows how positive, zero and negative offset shift the wheel face relative to the hub centerline.

Diagram showing wheel measurement points: centerline, center bore diameter, PCD, offset, rim width and diameter
Centerline, center bore, PCD, offset, width & diameter
Diagram comparing positive, zero, and negative wheel offset relative to the wheel centerline
Positive vs. zero vs. negative offset

ANKUSI Engineering Expert Advice

A sedan's wheel spec is a balance point the factory tuned between ride comfort, steering feel, and everyday durability. Forging lets us hold that same structural margin while cutting rotational mass, which is where most of the real-world benefit — quicker steering response, marginally better ride — actually comes from.

The Porsche 911 GT3 RS runs a 5x130 bolt pattern, 71.6mm center bore, and a F: 18x8.5J wheel from the factory. Our Flush Fitment reference is F 18x9J ET46 / R 18x11J ET60, which tucks the tire under the fender lip on a stock-height Porsche 911 GT3 RS. Our Maximum Aggressive reference is F 18x9J ET46 / R 18x12J ET63 — beyond that offset, expect rubbing against the inner fender liner under compression without further trimming.

Porsche 911 GT3 RS OE Wheel Specs

The 2004 Porsche 911 GT3 RS (Track Sports Car) uses a 5x130 bolt pattern with a 71.6mm center bore. Factory wheels are F: 18x8.5J R: 18x11J.

Why the factory spec works for most owners:

  • Keeps unsprung weight low to preserve the factory handling balance
  • Matches the wider, performance-oriented tire sizing typical of this platform
  • Maintains clearance for the factory brake package and suspension geometry
  • Balances grip with ride comfort for daily and spirited driving

ANKUSI builds these wheels — we are the forging factory, not a reseller. For the Porsche 911 GT3 RS (2004) we drill the 5x130 pattern and cut the centre bore to 71.6mm on our own CNC line, so the wheel hub-centres on the car with no spacer rings, in whatever diameter, width and offset you specify.

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Converting these ET figures to backspacing? Use the wheel offset and backspacing calculator.

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Flush Fitment

For a flush look with minimal rubbing, F 18x9J ET46 / R 18x11J ET60 is the recommended starting point on a stock or mildly lowered Porsche 911 GT3 RS.

Maximum Aggressive Fitment

F 18x9J ET46 / R 18x12J ET63 is a more aggressive reference setup. Beyond this, expect rubbing under compression without fender rolling or camber correction.

Real-World Fitment Notes

APEX EC-7RS / VS-5RS forged, classic GT3 track setup on Cup 2 / R-compound road-legal 996 GT3 RS Clubsport (a road-legal production variant, kept per rules); verified APEX 996 GT3 guide F 18x8.5J ET40 / R 18x11J ET63, 5x130, CB71.6

5-Tier Configuration Options

A Factory-Style F 18x8.5J ET40 / R 18x11.0J ET63

Recommended setup: F 18x8.5J ET40 / R 18x11.0J ET63 | Economy impact: Negligible | Best for: Daily commuting, family use

Appearance: 7/10 | Comfort: 9.5/10 | Install difficulty: ★☆☆☆☆

Estimated cost: $1,200-1,500 (wheels + tires + install)

B Comfortable Upgrade F 18x9.0J ET43 / R 18x11.0J ET62

Recommended setup: F 18x9.0J ET43 / R 18x11.0J ET62 | Economy impact: -2 to -4% | Best for: Daily / street

Appearance: 8/10 | Comfort: 9/10 | Install difficulty: ★☆☆☆☆

Estimated cost: $1,950-2,550 (wheels + tires + install)

C Balanced / Flush Fit F 18x9.0J ET46 / R 18x11.0J ET60

Recommended setup: F 18x9.0J ET46 / R 18x11.0J ET60 | Economy impact: -4 to -6% | Best for: Street

Appearance: 8.5/10 | Comfort: 8/10 | Install difficulty: ★★☆☆☆

Estimated cost: $2,600-3,400 (wheels + tires + install)

D Aggressive F 18x9.0J ET46 / R 18x11.5J ET62

Recommended setup: F 18x9.0J ET46 / R 18x11.5J ET62 | Economy impact: -6 to -9% | Best for: Show / occasional track

Appearance: 9/10 | Comfort: 6.5/10 | Install difficulty: ★★★☆☆

Estimated cost: $3,900-5,000 (wheels + tires + install)

E Max Aggressive F 18x9.0J ET46 / R 18x12.0J ET63

Recommended setup: F 18x9.0J ET46 / R 18x12.0J ET63 | Economy impact: -8 to -12% | Best for: Show only

Appearance: 9.5/10 | Comfort: 4/10 | Install difficulty: ★★★★☆

Estimated cost: $4,800-6,200+ (wheels + tires + install)

Performance Comparison Matrix

MetricTier ATier BTier CTier DTier E
Wheel SpecF 18x8.5J ET40 / R 18x11.0J ET63F 18x9.0J ET43 / R 18x11.0J ET62F 18x9.0J ET46 / R 18x11.0J ET60F 18x9.0J ET46 / R 18x11.5J ET62F 18x9.0J ET46 / R 18x12.0J ET63
Economy ImpactNegligible-2 to -4%-4 to -6%-6 to -9%-8 to -12%
Appearance7/108/108.5/109/109.5/10
Comfort9.5/109/108/106.5/104/10
Install Difficulty★☆☆☆☆★☆☆☆☆★★☆☆☆★★★☆☆★★★★☆
Cost Range$1,200-1,500$1,950-2,550$2,600-3,400$3,900-5,000$4,800-6,200+
Best ForDaily commuting, family useDaily / streetStreetShow / occasional trackShow only

Real-World Reference Cases

The examples below are compiled from typical ANKUSI customer configurations and are labeled as reference cases, not individually verified real-world builds.

Case 1: Daily Driver (Factory-Style)

Profile: Everyday driving, prioritizes comfort and low running cost.

Setup: F 18x8.5J ET40 / R 18x11.0J ET63

Cost: ~$620

Outcome: Minimal visual change, ride and fuel economy essentially unaffected.

Case 2: Balanced Enthusiast (Balanced / Flush Fit)

Profile: Wants a sportier stance without sacrificing daily usability.

Setup: F 18x9.0J ET46 / R 18x11.0J ET60

Cost: ~$3,000

Outcome: Noticeable visual upgrade, fuel economy drop within the expected range.

Case 3: Show Build (Max Aggressive)

Profile: Built primarily for shows or occasional track/show use.

Setup: F 18x9.0J ET46 / R 18x12.0J ET63

Cost: ~$5,500

Outcome: Maximum visual impact; daily comfort and fuel economy are heavily compromised, physical test fit required before production.

Decision Guide

1
What's your primary use? Daily commuting → Tier A/B. Weekend street driving → Tier B/C. Show or occasional track use → Tier D/E.
2
What's your budget? Under $800 → Tier A. $800-3,400 → Tier B/C. $3,400+ → Tier D/E.
3
How much does fuel economy matter? Very important → Tier A. Somewhat important → Tier B/C. Not a priority → Tier D/E.
4
Still unsure? Tier C (Balanced / Flush Fit) is the default choice for most Porsche 911 GT3 RS owners.

Offset & Backspacing Reference

Backspacing is calculated as wheel width (in) ÷ 2 + offset (mm) ÷ 25.4 + 0.5 (flange allowance):

  • OE: F 18x8.5J ET40 → ~6.32″ F backspacing, R 18x11J ET63 → ~8.48″ R backspacing
  • Flush: F 18x9J ET46 → ~6.81″ F backspacing, R 18x11J ET60 → ~8.36″ R backspacing
  • Max: F 18x9J ET46 → ~6.81″ F backspacing, R 18x12J ET63 → ~8.98″ R backspacing

A Note on Clearance

Final clearance depends on the exact tire model, suspension height, brake package, alignment and vehicle tolerances. A physical test fit is recommended before production.

Want to check a different width or offset before you order? Use our Offset & Backspacing Calculator to solve the numbers yourself, or looking for your exact Porsche spec, or want a wheel built to a custom offset for your Porsche 911 GT3 RS? Contact ANKUSI with your bolt pattern and offset target and we will confirm the correct forged wheel spec for your build.

Custom Forged Wheels for the Porsche 911 GT3 RS (2004)

Everything above is reference data. If you want wheels actually built to it, that is what ANKUSI does: we are a forged wheel factory in Guangzhou, China, IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified, forging on our own 10,000-ton press and producing over 120,000 wheels a year. Forging blank, CNC machining, finishing, coating and inspection all happen in the same building — nothing is subcontracted and nothing is relabelled from another manufacturer.

Every set is cut to order, so the 5x130 pattern and the 71.6mm centre bore are machined for this car specifically rather than shimmed with adaptor rings. Diameter, width, offset, concavity, monoblock or multi-piece construction and the finish are all yours to choose.

Designs we already tool for the 5x130 pattern — each one is re-cut to your sizes and offsets:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What bolt pattern (PCD) does the Porsche 911 GT3 RS use?
The 2004 Porsche 911 GT3 RS uses a 5x130 bolt pattern.
How many lug bolts does the Porsche 911 GT3 RS use?
The Porsche 911 GT3 RS uses a 5-lug bolt pattern (5x130), so you need a 5-lug forged wheel to bolt straight on.
What is the center bore size on the Porsche 911 GT3 RS?
The Porsche 911 GT3 RS's center bore is 71.6mm. If an aftermarket wheel has a larger center bore than this, hub-centric rings are recommended so the wheel centers on the hub itself rather than relying on the lug bolts alone.
What size are the factory (stock) wheels on the Porsche 911 GT3 RS?
Factory wheels on the Porsche 911 GT3 RS are F: 18x8.5J R: 18x11J.
What is the biggest wheel size I can fit on my Porsche 911 GT3 RS without rubbing?
The most aggressive fitment we recommend without fender work is F 18x9J ET46 / R 18x12J ET63. Going beyond this typically causes rubbing under compression unless you roll the fenders or add camber correction.
What does a flush wheel fitment look like on the Porsche 911 GT3 RS?
For a flush look with minimal to no rubbing, we recommend F 18x9J ET46 / R 18x11J ET60 as a starting point on a stock or mildly lowered Porsche 911 GT3 RS.
Do I need wheel spacers for my Porsche 911 GT3 RS?
No. ANKUSI forges each wheel to your exact target offset, including the flush or max specs above, so you get the correct fitment without stacking spacers. Spacers are typically only used to push out an existing OE-offset wheel without replacing it, which isn't necessary when you're ordering a custom-offset forged wheel.
How do I calculate wheel backspacing for my Porsche 911 GT3 RS?
Backspacing (in inches) = wheel width (in) ÷ 2 + offset (mm) ÷ 25.4 + 0.5 (flange allowance). For example, the flush spec above works out to roughly 6.81" backspacing up front and 8.36" in the rear.
What's the difference between wheel offset and backspacing?
Offset is the distance in millimeters from the wheel's true centerline to its mounting face (positive offset pulls the wheel in, negative pushes it out). Backspacing is the distance in inches from the mounting face to the back edge of the wheel barrel. They describe the same fitment from two different reference points, which is why ANKUSI lists both above — some shops and tuning guides quote offset, others quote backspacing.
Can I run staggered wheels (different sizes front and rear) on my Porsche 911 GT3 RS?
Yes — the Porsche 911 GT3 RS's factory and our recommended flush/max fitments already use staggered sizing (different width front and rear), and ANKUSI can forge matching staggered sets to your target offsets.

Vehicles With the Same Hub as the Porsche 911 GT3 RS (5x130, 71.6 mm Bore)

In our database, 293 other vehicle entries from 10 makes use exactly the same 5x130 bolt pattern and 71.6 mm center bore. Factory wheels from these cars bolt on and center on the hub without rings; offset and width still have to be checked.

5x130 is used by 5.8% of the vehicle pages in our English fitment guide (375 of 6,503); 78.7% of those also use a 71.6 mm center bore.

Porsche 911 GT3 RS: Specs by Model Year

YearBolt patternCenter boreFactory wheel
20045x13071.6 mm18x8.5J
20075x13071.6 mm19x8.5J
2010—71.6 mm19x8.5J
2016—71.6 mm20x9.5J
2019—71.6 mm20x9.5J
2023—71.6 mm20x10J

Bolt pattern and center bore stay the same across all 6 model years in our database (2004–2023).

Hub-Centric Rings for a 71.6 mm Center Bore

A wheel with a center bore larger than 71.6 mm needs a hub-centric ring. The most common combinations:

Wheel boreRing size
72.6 mm72.6 → 71.6 mm
73.1 mm73.1 → 71.6 mm
74.1 mm74.1 → 71.6 mm
76.1 mm76.1 → 71.6 mm

ANKUSI forged wheels are bored to exactly 71.6 mm for this vehicle, so no ring is needed.

Sources and Last Update

Data checked against: avtoreference.com.

This record is part of the open ANKUSI Wheel Fitment Dataset (DOI 10.5281/zenodo.23241521, CC BY 4.0).

Other cars on the same factory size: 18x8.5 wheels · 18 inch wheels.

Compiled by the ANKUSI Wheels engineering team, an IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified forged wheel factory in Guangzhou.

Forged Wheel Designs for the Porsche 911 GT3 RS

Every design below is forged to order, so it can be machined to the Porsche 911 GT3 RS's 5x130 bolt pattern and 71.6 mm center bore, with the width and offset calculated for your setup.

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Bolt pattern and center bore on this page were cross-checked against at least two independent sources before publication. Last reviewed 2026-09-18. Spotted an error? Email info@ankusi.com and we will verify and correct it.

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