1997 GMC K2500 Wheels & Rims
Shop Wheels for 1997 GMC K2500
Your 1997 GMC K2500 Sierra SL, SLE, or SLT rolls on an 8x165.1 bolt pattern with factory 16x6.5 wheels. At ThreePiece.us, we stock wheels from Carolina Forged, Vision, WELD Off-Road, American Truxx, Black Rhino, Fuel 1PC, American Racing, and Tuff that fit your truck perfectly. Every wheel is verified to bolt on before shipping.
Sizing up is easy with ten compatible options ranging from 16 to 18 inches. Whether you prefer aggressive truck styling or a refined look, we have the right fitment for your Sierra. All wheels ship free to the lower 48 states, so upgrading your K2500's appearance and performance has never been simpler.
1997 GMC K2500 Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 8x165.1 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your truck, while the 117mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this truck with 16x6.5 wheels at a +10 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
M14x1.5
Torque Spec
89 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1997 GMC K2500 Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20x10 | -52 to -12 | 285/55R20, 31/12.50R20, 33/12.50R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 3. Extreme fitment/check lift kit requirements |
| 22x10 | -52 to -12 | 305/45R22, 35/12.50R22, 35/13.00R22 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 3. Extreme fitment/check lift kit requirements |
| 20x12 | -52 to -12 | 285/65R20, 33/14.50R20, 35/14.50R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 3. Extreme fitment/check lift kit requirements |
| 22x12 | -52 to -12 | 325/50R22, 35/15.50R22 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 3. Extreme fitment/check lift kit requirements |
| 16x6.5 | +null to +25 | 225/75R16, 245/75R16 | — |
| 16x7 | +null to +25 | 225/75R16, 245/75R16, 31/10.50R16 | — |
| 16x7.5 | +null to +25 | 225/75R16, 245/75R16, 31/10.50R16 | — |
| 16x8 | +10 to +25 | 245/75R16, 225/75R16, 31/11.50R16 | — |
| 17x8 | +10 to +25 | 265/70R17, 31/10.50R17 | — |
| 16x8.5 | +10 to +25 | 245/75R16, 265/75R16, 31/11.50R16 | — |
| 17x8.5 | +10 to +25 | 265/70R17, 31/10.50R17, 31/12.50R17 | — |
| 20x8.5 | +10 to +25 | 285/50R20, 275/50R20, 30/10.00R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 4. Check tyre fitment suitability |
| 16x9 | +10 to +25 | 265/75R16, 31/11.50R16, 31/10.50R16 | — |
| 17x9 | +9 to +26 | 265/70R17, 31/12.50R17 | — |
| 18x9 | +10 to +25 | 265/60R18, 275/60R18, 33/10.50R18 | — |
| 20x9 | +10 to +25 | 285/50R20, 275/50R20, 31/12.50R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 4. Check tyre fitment suitability |
| 22x9.5 | +10 to +10 | 275/45R22, 31/12.50R22 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues: 4. Check tyre fitment suitability |
Best Wheel Brands for the GMC K2500
- Fuel Forged — FF12, FF19, FF41
- Fuel 1PC — Maverick, Assault, Blitz
- Method Race Wheels — MR305, MR701
- American Racing — AR924, VN507
- Heritage Wheel — Bushido, Ebisu
Complete Your 1997 GMC K2500 Build
- GMC K2500 suspension upgrades — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC K2500 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC K2500 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC K2500 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








