What are the advantages of aluminum truck rims?

The advantages of aluminum rims are as follows:

Aluminum rims are lighter than steel rims. This allows the truck to carry more cargo than a truck fitted with steel rims. This is because the total weight of the truck is weighed, not just the cargo.
Lighter rims ensure that the total weight of the truck is lower, allowing more cargo weight to be transported.
Aluminum rims do not rust.
Aluminum truck rims are better at dissipating heat generated during braking. This results in less tyre wear and extends the lifespan of the brakes and suspension.

What are the disadvantages of aluminum truck rims?

Aluminum rims do not only have advantages:

Aluminum rims are lighter and less sturdy than steel rims.
Scratches are more visible on aluminum rims, and they are more susceptible to damage.
Aluminum truck rims are less suitable for winter conditions. The alloy used in aluminum rims is less resistant to the chemical composition of road salt.

Used Aluminum Truck Rims

BAS Parts & Tyres also has a large assortment of used aluminum truck rims. Often, we dismantle these rims from damaged trucks.

About BAS Parts & Tyres

BAS Parts & Tyres is the tyre specialist for trucks, large earth-moving machines, tractors, and light commercial vehicles. With a stock of more than 15,000 tyres, we are always able to deliver tyres in a very short time. We have 8 assembly locations spread across the Netherlands and Germany.

At BAS Parts & Tyres, it is possible to replace all the tyres of a truck within 1 hour (!). So you are back on the road in no time.

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Aluminum Truck rims