Bolt Pattern Guide: How to Measure + 20 Most Common Patterns
July 8, 2026
How to Find Your Bolt Pattern (Plus the 20 Most Common)
Quick Answer
A bolt pattern (also called a lug pattern) is the number of lugs on your wheel plus the diameter of the circle they form, written like 6x139.7: six lugs on a 139.7 mm circle. For 4, 6, or 8 lug wheels, measure center to center across opposite holes. For 5 lug wheels, measure from the center of one hole to the outer edge of the hole two spots over.
Stop us if this has happened to you: you found wheels in the perfect diameter, width, and finish, they showed up at your door, and they didn't bolt on. The missing piece was the bolt pattern, the one spec that decides whether a wheel physically attaches to your vehicle at all. This guide shows you how to measure yours in two minutes, decodes the numbers, and lays out the 20 most common bolt patterns with the vehicles that run them, so you can shop like you've done this before.
What a Bolt Pattern Is (and How to Read One)
Every bolt pattern is two numbers. Take 5x114.3: the 5 is the number of lug holes, and 114.3 is the diameter in millimeters of the invisible circle running through the center of those holes. That's it. The same pattern often wears two names because the circle can be measured in millimeters or inches, so 5x114.3 and 5x4.5" are the exact same pattern, just like 6x139.7 and 6x5.5". You'll see both in the wild, and our chart below lists them side by side.
Bolt pattern, lug pattern, stud pattern, and PCD (pitch circle diameter) all mean the same thing. And when someone says “tire bolt pattern,” they mean the wheel too; tires don't bolt to anything, they just come along for the ride.
How to Measure Your Bolt Pattern
All you need is a tape measure or ruler. The method depends on whether your lug count is even or odd:
4, 6, and 8 Lug Wheels (The Easy Ones)
- Count the lug holes. Even numbers make life simple.
- Pick any lug hole and find the one directly across from it.
- Measure from the center of the first hole to the center of the opposite hole. That distance is your bolt circle: 139.7 mm across on a 6 lug Silverado wheel means 6x139.7.
5 Lug Wheels (The Tricky Ones)
Five lugs means no hole sits directly across from another, so a straight center-to-center measurement reads short. Here's the trick the pros use:
- Pick any lug hole and put your tape on its center.
- Skip the hole next to it and go to the next one (two positions over).
- Measure to the outer edge of that hole. Center to far edge, skipping one, lands almost exactly on the true bolt circle diameter.
Close counts here: if you measure 114 mm and change, you have a 5x114.3. Patterns are standardized, so your measurement only needs to point you to the nearest standard size in the chart below. If you'd rather skip the tape measure entirely, a bolt pattern gauge costs a few bucks, or check the sticker inside your driver's door jamb, your owner's manual, or just start a quote with us; give us your year, make, and model and we filter every wheel in the store to the ones that bolt on.
Five lugs, like this 2022 Subaru BRZ on Motegi MR147 wheels, take the skip-one measuring trick. Second-gen BRZ runs 5x114.3; the first gen was 5x100. Same badge, different pattern.
Bolt Pattern Chart: The 20 Most Common Patterns and What They Fit
This is the table to bookmark. Millimeters and inches are the same pattern in two languages, and the vehicle column tells you instantly whether a set of used wheels came off something compatible with your ride:
| Bolt Pattern (mm) | In Inches | Common Vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| 4x100 | 4x3.94" | Mazda Miata (1990-2005), older Honda Civic, classic Mini Cooper |
| 5x100 | 5x3.94" | Most Subaru models, first-gen BRZ/FR-S, Toyota Corolla (2003-2019), VW Golf/Jetta Mk4 |
| 5x108 | 5x4.25" | Ford Focus and Fusion, Volvo, Jaguar |
| 5x112 | 5x4.41" | Audi, Mercedes-Benz, VW Mk5 and newer, newest BMWs |
| 5x114.3 | 5x4.5" | Honda Accord and CR-V, Ford Mustang (1994+), Nissan 350Z/370Z/Altima, Toyota Camry and RAV4, Jeep Wrangler TJ |
| 5x115 | 5x4.52" | Dodge Charger and Challenger, Chrysler 300, many GM sedans |
| 5x120 | 5x4.72" | BMW (through late 2010s), Chevy Camaro (2010-2024), Land Rover |
| 5x120.65 | 5x4.75" | Classic GM: 1967-2002 Camaro and Firebird, C2-C4 Corvette, Chevy S-10 |
| 5x127 | 5x5" | Jeep Wrangler JK and JL, Jeep Gladiator, Grand Cherokee (1999-2010) |
| 5x135 | 5x5.31" | Ford F-150 (1997-2003), Expedition (1997-2002) |
| 5x139.7 | 5x5.5" | Ram 1500 (1994-2018), Ford F-150 and Bronco (pre-1997), Suzuki 4x4s |
| 5x150 | 5x5.91" | Toyota Tundra (2007-2021), Land Cruiser (2008-2021), Sequoia (2008-2022), Lexus LX |
| 6x114.3 | 6x4.5" | Nissan Frontier and Xterra (2005-2021), Dodge Dakota (2005-2011) |
| 6x120 | 6x4.72" | Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon (2015+), Honda Ridgeline (2017+) |
| 6x135 | 6x5.3" | Ford F-150 (2004-2026) including Raptor and Lightning, Expedition (2003+) |
| 6x139.7 | 6x5.5" | Silverado and Sierra 1500 (1999+), Tahoe/Suburban/Yukon/Escalade, Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner, Tundra (2000-2006 and 2022+), Ram 1500 (2019+), Nissan Titan |
| 7x150 | 7x5.91" | Ford F-150 Heavy Duty Payload Package (1997-2014), the rare 7-lug |
| 8x165.1 | 8x6.5" | Chevy/GMC 2500-3500 (through 2010), Ram 2500/3500 (1994-2018), pre-1999 Ford F-250 |
| 8x170 | 8x6.69" | Ford F-250 and F-350 SRW Super Duty (1999-2026) |
| 8x180 | 8x7.09" | Chevy/GMC 2500HD and 3500 (2011+) |
Spot the pattern behind the patterns: 6x139.7 quietly runs half the truck and SUV world, which is why the used wheel market for it is enormous, while oddballs like 5x150 and 7x150 belong to just a handful of vehicles. Shopping for a specific truck? Jump straight to our fitment guides: F-150, F-250, Silverado 2008-2013, Silverado 2014-2018, Tundra, Ram 1500 2019+, Ram 1500 2009-2018, and the 5th Gen Camaro.
More patterns we stock
The Millimeter Traps
Some patterns are close enough to fool a tape measure but far enough to ruin your day. 5x114.3 is not 5x115. 5x120 is not 5x120.65 (5x4.75). 8x165.1 is not 8x170. 5x135 is not 5x139.7. A wheel from the wrong twin may even seem to bolt up, but it won't seat properly, and lug nuts that aren't seated are lug nuts that loosen. When your measurement lands between two standards, let the vehicle decide: look your ride up in the chart above or ask us.
Bolt Pattern Is Half the Story: Hub Bore
Two vehicles can share a bolt pattern and still not swap wheels cleanly, and the usual culprit is the hub bore, the hole in the center of the wheel that slides over your hub. The wheel's bore must be equal to or larger than your hub; if it's larger, a hub-centric ring fills the gap so the wheel spins true. This is why our store filters by your exact vehicle rather than pattern alone, and why every package we ship is matched to your year, make, model, and trim before it leaves the warehouse.
Eight-lug heavy duty trucks, like this 2022 Ram 3500 on Fuel Reaction wheels, are where pattern precision matters most: 8x165.1, 8x170, 8x180, and 8x200 all live within a few millimeters of each other.
Can You Change Your Bolt Pattern? (Wheel Adapters)
Found the perfect wheel in the wrong pattern? Wheel adapters bolt to your hub and present a different pattern to the wheel, turning a 5x114.3 vehicle into one that accepts 5x100 wheels, for example. Quality matters enormously here: stick with hub-centric adapters from reputable manufacturers, torque them to spec, and re-check that torque after the first hundred miles. An adapter also adds width, so account for the extra spacing in your offset math. When in doubt, ask our fitment team before you order; sometimes the better answer is a different wheel in your native pattern.
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Build Your Free QuoteBolt Pattern FAQ
How do I find the bolt pattern of my wheels?
Count the lug holes, then measure the bolt circle. On 4, 6, and 8 lug wheels, measure center to center across two opposite holes. On 5 lug wheels, measure from the center of one hole to the outer edge of the hole two positions away. You can also check your owner's manual, look up your vehicle in a bolt pattern chart, or use a cheap bolt pattern gauge.
How do you measure a 5 lug bolt pattern?
Because no hole sits directly across from another on a 5 lug wheel, measure from the center of one lug hole to the outer edge of the hole two positions over, skipping the adjacent hole. That measurement lands almost exactly on the true bolt circle diameter, so 114 mm and change means you have a 5x114.3 pattern.
What do the numbers in a bolt pattern mean?
The first number is how many lug holes the wheel has, and the second is the diameter of the circle those holes form, in millimeters or inches. So 6x139.7 means six lugs on a 139.7 mm circle, and because 139.7 mm equals 5.5 inches, 6x139.7 and 6x5.5 are the exact same pattern written two ways.
Is lug pattern the same as bolt pattern?
Yes. Lug pattern, bolt pattern, stud pattern, and PCD (pitch circle diameter) are four names for the same measurement. Even the phrase tire bolt pattern refers to the wheel underneath the tire, since tires mount to wheels rather than bolting to the vehicle.
What is the most common truck bolt pattern?
6x139.7 (6x5.5 inch) is the most common truck and SUV pattern in America, covering the Silverado and Sierra 1500, Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon, Escalade, Tacoma, 4Runner, Titan, the 2019 and newer Ram 1500, and more. Ford runs its own 6x135 pattern on the 2004-2026 F-150, and heavy duty trucks step up to 8-lug patterns.
What cars have the same bolt pattern as mine?
Vehicles that share a bolt pattern can often swap wheels: for example, 6x139.7 wheels move between Silverados, Tahoes, Tacomas, and 2019+ Ram 1500s, and 5x150 wheels swap between the 2007-2021 Tundra, Land Cruiser, and Sequoia. Always confirm the hub bore and offset too, since a shared pattern alone doesn't guarantee a clean fit.
Are 5x114.3 and 5x115 interchangeable?
No. They're only 0.7 mm apart, but forcing one onto the other means the lug nuts never seat properly, which stresses the studs and can let the wheel work loose. The same warning applies to 5x120 versus 5x4.75 (5x120.65) and 8x165.1 versus 8x170. Buy the exact pattern your vehicle calls for.
Can I change my bolt pattern with wheel adapters?
Yes, hub-centric wheel adapters bolt to your hub and present a different pattern, letting you run wheels your vehicle otherwise couldn't. Buy quality adapters, torque them to spec, re-check after the first hundred miles, and remember they add width like a spacer, which changes your effective offset.
Shop Wheels in Your Exact Bolt Pattern
Here's the Mr. Wheel Deal difference: you don't piece it together, we do. Every wheel in our store can be filtered by your exact bolt pattern, or skip the filters and give us your year, make, and model. Every package ships mounted, balanced, and ready to install. No tire shop appointment, no guesswork, and the quote is free.
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Pattern and vehicle data verified August 2026 against manufacturer fitment databases; every pattern listed links to wheels we stock in that exact spec. Questions about your exact setup? Our fitment team is a free call away at (800) 931-8071.
