---
product_id: 112535635
title: "312 Matte Black 18x9\" 8x170\", 18mm offset 5.75\" Backspace, MR31289087518"
brand: "method race wheels"
price: "VT168116"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Method Race Wheels"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/112535635-312-matte-black-18x9-8x170-18mm-offset-5-75-backspace
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
---

# Replaceable stainless steel lip bolts 3640 lbs max load rating T6 heat-treated A356 aluminum 312 Matte Black 18x9" 8x170", 18mm offset 5.75" Backspace, MR31289087518

**Brand:** method race wheels
**Price:** VT168116
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛞 Elevate your off-road game with wheels that mean business.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 312 Matte Black 18x9" 8x170", 18mm offset 5.75" Backspace, MR31289087518 by method race wheels
- **How much does it cost?** VT168116 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/112535635-312-matte-black-18x9-8x170-18mm-offset-5-75-backspace)

## Best For

- method race wheels enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted method race wheels brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Customizable Aesthetic:** Replaceable MRW stainless steel lip bolts available in multiple colors to match your unique ride.
- • **Beadlock-Inspired Design:** Street-Loc V.3 lip with undercut mimics true beadlock wheels for aggressive off-road style and performance.
- • **Heavy-Duty Load Capacity:** Industry-leading load ratings up to 3640 lbs ensure reliability on any terrain or haul.
- • **Perfect Fit, Zero Compromise:** Hub-centric fitments and bolt-on center caps designed for seamless installation on 8-lug vehicles.
- • **Rugged Precision Engineering:** Crafted from solid A356 aluminum with T6 heat treatment for unmatched strength and durability.

## Overview

The Method Race Wheels 312 Matte Black 18x9" 8x170 features a one-piece cast A356 aluminum construction with T6 heat treatment, delivering superior strength and durability. Its Street-Loc V.3 lip design simulates a true beadlock wheel, complemented by replaceable stainless steel lip bolts for customizable style. With a robust load rating up to 3640 lbs and hub-centric fitments for 8-lug vehicles, these wheels combine rugged performance with sleek matte black aesthetics, making them a top-tier upgrade for serious off-road enthusiasts.

## Description

One-piece cast 356 aluminum construction w/ T6 heat treatment, V.3 Street-Loc lip with undercut simulates bead lock wheel, Replaceable stainless steel bolts around lip, Includes black bolt-on billet center cap for 5 & 6 lug or a push-through cap for 8 lug, Load Rating: 5&6 lug – 2650lbs / 8 lug – 3640lbs

Review: Best upgrade for GX460 - Awesome looking wheels for my GX460. Very happy and zero buyers remorse. Pairs well with the KO3s.
Review: Great wheels. - Wheels look amazing. Offset for my truck was perfect and couldn't be happier with them.

## Features

- Solid A356 aluminum with T6 heat treatment construction. Tough 6 windowed point design with debossed METHOD logos
- Street-Loc V.3 lip with undercut simulates true beadlock wheel
- Replaceable MRW stainless steel lip bolts with optional colors available. Bolt-on center cap — push through cap for 8 lug applications
- Strong 2500 lbs. to 3640 lbs. load ratings. Industry’s best lifetime structural warranty
- Hub centric fitments for common applications

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07H9GYPXG |
| Automotive Fit Type | Vehicle Specific Fit |
| Best Sellers Rank | #933,069 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #1,206 in Passenger Car Wheels |
| Bolt Pattern (Number of Holes) | 8 |
| Brand | Method Race Wheels |
| Color | Matte Black |
| Construction | Cast |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (29) |
| Date First Available | September 12, 2018 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00191682010750 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Diameter | 18 Inches |
| Item Weight | 32 pounds |
| Item model number | MR31289087518 |
| Load Index | 3640.00 |
| Manufacturer | Method Race Wheels |
| Manufacturer Part Number | MR31289087518 |
| Model | MR312 |
| Offset | 18 Millimeters |
| Pitch Circle Diameter | 170 Millimeters |
| Rim Width | 9 Inches |
| Seasons | All seasons |
| Size | 18x9 inches, 8x170, 18/5.75" |
| Speed Rating | S |
| UPC | 191682010750 |
| Vehicle Service Type | Passenger Car |
| Wheel Size | 18 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Method Race Wheels
- **Exterior Finish:** Matte Black
- **Item Diameter:** 18 Inches
- **Item Weight:** 32 Pounds
- **Material:** Aluminum
- **Pitch Circle Diameter:** 170 Millimeters
- **Rim Size:** 18 Inches
- **Size:** 18x9 inches, 8x170, 18/5.75"
- **Wheel Backspacing:** 5.75 Inches
- **Wheel Size:** 18 Inches

## Images

![312 Matte Black 18x9" 8x170", 18mm offset 5.75" Backspace, MR31289087518 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71RatrfuTiL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Come with lugs nuts ?**
A: No it does not come with lug nuts.

**Q: Can you put a beadlock ring on this?**
A: No

**Q: Is this a set of 4 or just 1 single tire rim?**
A: 1

**Q: Will it fit a 2020 Jeep Gladiator**
A: Hi,

No, the vehicle bolt pattern is 5x127, not 6 lug..

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best upgrade for GX460
*by B***S on February 6, 2025*

Awesome looking wheels for my GX460. Very happy and zero buyers remorse. Pairs well with the KO3s.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great wheels.
*by T***D on December 28, 2025*

Wheels look amazing. Offset for my truck was perfect and couldn't be happier with them.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ooooooweeeeeeeee
*by T***R on June 5, 2024*

I’d post some pictures but haven’t installed them yet. They look absolutely amazing though. We have a pepper red ford Bronco and can’t wait to get them installed. Very slick looking wheels.

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*Store origin: VU*
*Last updated: 2026-05-07*