Spec-built for the rear of a track-focused Mustang, the APEX VS-5RS in 18x12 ET57 delivers the width and weight savings that serious lap times demand. At 19.7 lbs in a 18-inch, 12-inch-wide forged wheel, this is one of the lightest options available for the S197 and S550 platforms.
Forged construction reduces unsprung mass. The VS-5RS starts as a forged aluminum blank, which produces a denser, stronger structure than cast alternatives. That process allows APEX to machine walls thinner without sacrificing integrity, and the result is a wheel that cuts rotational inertia and lets your suspension react faster over every surface.
Sprint Line heritage, track-day geometry. The VS-5RS belongs to APEX's Sprint Line family, a group of wheels engineered around the specific load cases of high-performance driving. The ET57 offset and 12-inch width place the tire contact patch exactly where the Mustang's rear suspension geometry expects it, giving you maximum mechanical grip without rubbing or spacer compromises.
Satin black finish survives the environment. The satin black coating resists brake dust, track debris, and the repeated heat cycles that come with aggressive driving. The matte surface also hides the light scratches and stone chips that are unavoidable in competition use.
Product Benefits
- Forged Construction: Stronger and lighter than cast alternatives, lowering unsprung and rotational mass.
- 19.7 lb Wheel Weight: Confirmed weight at 18x12 keeps rotating mass to a minimum for quicker acceleration and braking response.
- 12-Inch Width: Accommodates wide rear rubber for maximum traction and a stable contact patch under hard cornering loads.
- ET57 Offset: Positions the wheel correctly within the Mustang rear arch across 2005-2026 chassis generations.
- Sprint Line Engineering: Developed for the load demands of high-performance and track use, not just street driving.
- Satin Black Finish: Durable matte coating resists heat, brake dust, and minor abrasion.
- Broad Fitment: Compatible with S197 and S550 Mustang platforms from 2005 through 2026.
About APEX Wheels: APEX Wheels designs and manufactures forged aluminum wheels engineered specifically for performance driving on road courses and autocross circuits. Every APEX wheel is load-rated, fitment-verified, and validated for the specific platform it targets, rather than adapted from a generic catalog size.
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- Installation Difficulty:
- Tech Recommended
- Tools Required:
- Basic Shop Tools
- Estimated Install Time:
- (approx.) 1 Hour
- Vehicle Fitment:
- 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
