1987 GMC R1500 Base Wheels & Rims
Fitment shared across: Base, High Sierra, Sierra Classic
Shop Wheels for 1987 GMC R1500 Base
The 1987 GMC R1500 Base, High Sierra, and Sierra Classic all share the same 5x127 bolt pattern and come stock with 15x7 wheels. At ThreePiece.us, we stock a curated selection of premium brands including Black Rhino, Dirty Life, Carolina Forged, and Fuel 1PC, all verified to bolt directly onto your truck. Every wheel we offer ships free to the lower 48 states.
Whether you're upgrading to 16-inch, 17-inch, or staying with 15-inch sizing, our fitment specialists have ensured perfect compatibility with your R1500's hub. Choose from Icon Alloys, Vision, 9Six9 Wheels, LOCK OFFROAD, and more—each option engineered to deliver the exact fit and clearance your truck demands. No guesswork, just confidence with free shipping included.
1987 GMC R1500 Base Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1987 GMC R1500 uses a 5x127 bolt pattern and rolls on 15x7 wheels with a 13-millimeter offset from the factory. You can upgrade to 15x7.5, 15x8, or jump to 16-inch diameters in 16x7, 16x7.5, and 16x8 fitments. Seventeen-inch options include 17x7.5, 17x8, 17x8.5, and 17x9—all compatible and ready to mount without modification.
Since only 5x127 bolts fit this truck, confirm that specification before ordering. The factory center bore measures 70.6 millimeters; if your chosen wheel's bore is larger, install hub-centric rings to ensure proper centering and balance. Aggressive offsets and wider wheel widths can risk contact with the fender or suspension components, so stick to the listed sizes and verify fitment details with our team if you're unsure.
Every wheel we offer for your R1500 is confirmed to bolt on and ships free across the lower 48 states. Black Rhino, Dirty Life, Carolina Forged, and Fuel 1PC all have inventory in stock and ready to ship to your door.
1987 GMC R1500 Base Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x127 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your truck, while the 70.6mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this truck with 15x7 wheels at a +13 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
1/2 UNF
Torque Spec
81 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1987 GMC R1500 Base Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15x7 | -15 to +15 | 235/75R15, 255/70R15 | — |
| 16x7 | -5 to +20 | 235/70R16, 255/65R16, 245/70R16 | — |
| 15x7.5 | -15 to +15 | 235/75R15, 255/70R15 | — |
| 16x7.5 | -5 to +20 | 235/70R16, 255/65R16, 245/70R16 | — |
| 17x7.5 | -5 to +20 | 255/65R17, 265/60R17, 255/60R17 | — |
| 15x8 | -15 to +15 | 235/75R15, 255/70R15 | — |
| 16x8 | -5 to +20 | 235/70R16, 255/65R16, 245/70R16 | — |
| 17x8 | -5 to +20 | 255/65R17, 265/60R17, 255/60R17 | — |
| 18x8 | +null to +20 | 245/60R18, 255/55R18, 265/55R18 | — |
| 19x8 | +null to +20 | 255/50R19, 265/50R19 | — |
| 20x8 | +null to +20 | 265/45R20, 255/45R20 | — |
| 17x8.5 | +null to +20 | 255/65R17, 265/60R17, 255/60R17 | — |
| 18x8.5 | +null to +20 | 245/60R18, 255/55R18, 265/55R18 | — |
| 19x8.5 | +null to +20 | 255/50R19, 265/50R19 | — |
| 20x8.5 | +null to +20 | 265/45R20, 255/45R20 | — |
| 17x9 | +null to +20 | 265/60R17, 255/60R17 | — |
| 18x9 | +null to +20 | 255/55R18, 265/55R18 | — |
| 19x9 | +null to +20 | 255/50R19, 265/50R19 | — |
| 20x9 | +null to +20 | 265/45R20, 255/45R20 | — |
| 22x9 | +10 to +20 | 265/35R22 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 18x9.5 | +null to +20 | 265/55R18 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 19x9.5 | +null to +20 | 265/50R19 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 20x9.5 | +null to +20 | 265/45R20, 255/45R20 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
| 22x9.5 | +10 to +20 | 265/35R22 | 1. Check fitment, possible clearance issues |
Best Wheel Brands for the GMC R1500
- Fuel 1PC — Maverick, Assault, Blitz
- Fuel Forged — FF12, FF19
- Method Race Wheels — MR305, MR701
- American Racing — AR924, VN507
- Heritage Wheel
Complete Your 1987 GMC R1500 Base Build
- GMC R1500 suspension upgrades — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC R1500 exhaust systems — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC R1500 suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- GMC R1500 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