1981 Chevrolet C10 Wheels & Rims
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Finding the perfect wheels for your 1981 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne, Custom, Deluxe, Scottsdale, or Silverado starts here. Your truck came stock with 15x6 wheels on a 5x127 bolt pattern, and we carry premium options from Black Rhino, Dirty Life, Carolina Forged, Fuel 1PC, Icon Alloys, Vision, 9Six9 Wheels, and LOCK OFFROAD that bolt right on.
We've verified every wheel fits your C10's specifications, whether you upgrade to a larger diameter or adjust the width to suit your style. Choose from sizes ranging up to 17 inches, and enjoy free shipping to the lower 48 states on your complete wheel purchase.
1981 Chevrolet C10 Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1981 Chevrolet C10—whether it's a Cheyenne, Custom, Deluxe, Scottsdale, or Silverado—uses a 5x127 bolt pattern. The factory wheel is a 15x6 with a 13 offset. You can step up to 15x6.5, 15x7, 15x7.5, or 15x8, or go to 16-inch and 17-inch widths up to 8 inches wide, all in non-staggered setup across the truck.
Pay attention to the 78.1mm hub-centric bore on this truck. Any wheel with a larger center bore will need hub-centric rings to sit properly. The C10 responds well to moderately wider wheels, but aggressive offsets or extreme widths risk contact with the fender and suspension components, so choose your width and offset combination carefully.
Every wheel we list for your C10 is verified to bolt on and ships free throughout the lower 48 states. Black Rhino, Dirty Life, Carolina Forged, Fuel 1PC, Icon Alloys, Vision, 9Six9 Wheels, and LOCK OFFROAD all have fitments in stock and ready to ship.
1981 Chevrolet C10 Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x127 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your truck, while the 78.1mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this truck with 15x6 wheels at a +13 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
1/2 UNF
Torque Spec
74 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1981 Chevrolet C10 Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15x6 | -23 to +20 | L60-15, L78-15B, G78-15B | — |
| 15x6.5 | -23 to +20 | 215/70R15, 215/75R15, 225/70R15 | — |
| 15x7 | -23 to +20 | 225/75R15, 235/75R15 | — |
| 16x7 | -23 to +20 | 215/65R16, 215/70R16, 235/65R16 | — |
| 17x7 | -23 to +20 | 215/60R17, 225/65R17, 235/60R17 | — |
| 18x7 | -23 to +20 | 225/55R18, 235/55R18, 225/60R18 | — |
| 19x7 | -23 to +20 | 235/50R19, 245/50R19, 225/55R19 | — |
| 15x7.5 | -23 to +20 | 235/75R15, 225/75R15 | — |
| 16x7.5 | -23 to +20 | 235/65R16, 225/70R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | -23 to +20 | 215/60R17, 225/65R17, 235/60R17 | — |
| 18x7.5 | -23 to +20 | 225/55R18, 235/55R18, 225/60R18 | — |
| 19x7.5 | -23 to +20 | 235/50R19, 245/50R19, 225/55R19 | — |
| 15x8 | -23 to +20 | 235/75R15 | — |
| 16x8 | -23 to +20 | 235/65R16 | — |
| 17x8 | -23 to +20 | 225/65R17, 235/60R17, 245/60R17 | — |
| 18x8 | -23 to +20 | 225/55R18, 235/55R18, 225/60R18 | — |
| 19x8 | -23 to +20 | 235/50R19, 245/50R19, 225/55R19 | — |
| 17x8.5 | -23 to +20 | 235/60R17, 245/60R17, 255/55R17 | — |
| 18x8.5 | -23 to +20 | 235/55R18, 245/55R18, 255/50R18 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 3. Extreme fitment/check lift kit requirements |
| 19x8.5 | -23 to +20 | 235/50R19, 245/50R19, 255/45R19 | — |
| 20x8.5 | -23 to +20 | 255/50R20, 265/45R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 20x8.5 | -15 to +20 | 275/45R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 18x9 | -15 to +18 | 255/50R18, 275/45R18 | — |
| 18x9 | -23 to +18 | 285/50R18 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 3. Extreme fitment/check lift kit requirements |
| 19x9 | -15 to +18 | 255/45R19, 265/45R19 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 20x9 | -15 to +18 | 255/50R20 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 20x9 | -15 to +18 | 265/45R20, 275/45R20 | 2. Body Modification Required |
| 22x9.5 | -15 to +18 | 265/35R22, 295/30R22, 285/35R22 | 2. Body Modification Required: 3. Extreme fitment/check lift kit requirements |
Best Wheel Brands for the Chevrolet C10
- Fuel 1PC — Maverick, Assault, Blitz
- Fuel Forged — FF12, FF19
- Method Race Wheels — MR305, MR701
- American Racing — AR924, VN507
- Heritage Wheel
Complete Your 1981 Chevrolet C10 Build
- Chevrolet C10 suspension upgrades — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Chevrolet C10 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Chevrolet C10 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Chevrolet C10 brakes — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers