Chevy Silverado 1500 Wheel Fitment Guide
The legendary Chevy Silverado 1500, a dominant force in America’s full-size pickup market for over two decades, continues to excel on job sites and adventure trails with its impressive towing capacity and dependable Chevrolet engineering. As experienced truck owners understand, many Silverado enthusiasts invest in wheel and tire upgrades to maximize their truck’s performance potential and commanding road presence.
Today’s Silverado 1500 lineup offers compelling trim options, including the Trail Boss and luxurious High Country, each equipped with distinct wheel and tire setups straight from the factory. Standard configurations typically feature 17 inch or 18 inch wheels, while premium trims can include factory options reaching 20 inches across various model years. For owners seeking to unlock their truck’s full potential, aftermarket wheel combinations can dramatically enhance both functionality and visual impact.
This comprehensive fitment guide showcases the extensive research and real-world testing conducted by Hardrock Offroad to guarantee your Silverado 1500 receives truck wheels that provide both stunning aesthetics and proven trail performance. Whether you’re keeping your factory suspension setup or implementing a 2.5-inch leveling kit to clear larger rubber, this guide will navigate you through choosing the ideal Chevy Silverado 1500 wheels across the modern generation lineup.
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| Generation | Wheel Size & Offset | Tire Size | Bolt Pattern | Bore |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gen 1 GMT800 (1999-2006) | 16x7 +31 | 255/70R16 235/75R16 245/75R16 LT245/75R16 265/75R16 |
6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 1 GMT800 (1999-2006) | 17x7.5 +31 | 245/70R17 265/70R17 |
6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 1 GMT800 (1999-2006) | 20x8.5 +22 | 275/55R20 | 6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 2 GMT900 (2007-2013) | 17x7.5 +31 | 265/70R17 | 6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 2 GMT900 (2007-2013) | 18x8 +31 | 265/65R18 | 6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 2 GMT900 (2007-2013) | 19x8 +31 | 265/60R19 | 6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 2 GMT900 (2007-2013) | 20x8.5 +31 | 275/55R20 | 6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 3 K2XX (2014-2018) | 17x8 +24 | 255/70R17 265/70R17 LT265/70R17 |
6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 3 K2XX (2014-2018) | 18x8.5 +24 | 265/65R18 | 6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 3 K2XX (2014-2018) | 19x8.5 +24 | 265/60R19 | 6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 3 K2XX (2014-2018) | 20x9 +27 | 275/55R20 | 6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 3 K2XX (2014-2018) | 22x9 +24 | 285/45R22 | 6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 4 T1XX (2019-2026) | 17x8 +24 | 255/70R17 265/70R17 LT265/70R17 |
6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 4 T1XX (2019-2026) | 18x8.5 +26 | 265/65R18 LT275/65R18 LT275/70R18 |
6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 4 T1XX (2019-2026) | 20x9 +28 | 275/60R20 | 6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
| Gen 4 T1XX (2019-2026) | 22x9 +28 | 275/50R22 | 6x139.7 | 78.1mm |
Top Silverado 1500 Wheels
Understanding Offset & Backspacing
Wheel offset is a number, either positive or negative, that determines the distance between the wheel’s center-line and the mounting surface or back pad of the wheel. There are a lot of variables in choosing the right offset for your Silverado 1500; such as clearance. When you’re mounting an aftermarket wheel, you want to ensure that the wheel isn’t rubbing or scrubbing against the fender, fender liner or any part of the suspension when at full lock to either side or when in the neutral position.
In short, there are three different offsets: positive, zero and negative. Positive offset is when the wheel is sitting closer to the suspension, zero is dead center, and negative offset is when the wheel is further away from the suspension.
Chevy Silverado 1500 Wheels: Fitments
Below you’ll see all of the fitments Hardrock Offroad recommends for your Silverado 1500 from generations 1 to 4, as they all share similar chassis’. Please note that some of these fitments may require modifications such as trimming, cutting and in most cases suspensions lifts. However, we’ve done our best to only include fitments that require none or very little modifications. The only exception to this list is that your truck will require a lift kit to run anything more aggressive than 20×10 in most situations depending on the trucks trim level and factory suspension lift.
| Wheel Size & Offset | Tire Size (Standard/Flotation) | Required Suspension |
|---|---|---|
| 17x9 +1 | 265/70R17 275/70R17 285/70R17 |
Stock to 2" Leveling Kit |
| 17x9 -12 | 285/70R17 295/70R17 33x11.5R17 |
2-3" Lift Required |
| 20x10 -19 | 305/55R20 295/60R20 33x12.5R20 |
2-3" Lift Required |
| 22x12 -44 | 325/50R22 35x12.5R22 |
4-6" Lift Required |
| 20x9 +0 | 275/60R20 285/55R20 305/55R20 |
Stock to 2" Leveling Kit |
| 20x10 -19 | 305/55R20 295/60R20 33x12.5R20 |
2-3" Lift Required |
| 20x12 -44 | 33x12.5R20 35x12.5R20 325/60R20 |
4-6" Lift Required |
| 22x10 -25 | 305/45R22 33x12.5R22 |
2-3" Lift Required |
| 20x12 -51 | 33x12.5R20 35x12.5R20 325/60R20 |
4-6" Lift Required |
| 20x9 +0 | 275/60R20 285/55R20 305/55R20 |
Stock to 2" Leveling Kit |
| 20x9 +20 | 275/60R20 275/65R20 |
Stock to 2" Leveling Kit |
| 20x10 -19 | 305/55R20 295/60R20 33x12.5R20 |
2-3" Lift Required |
| 20x12 -44 | 33x12.5R20 35x12.5R20 325/60R20 |
4-6" Lift Required |
| 20x12 -51 | 33x12.5R20 35x12.5R20 325/60R20 |
4-6" Lift Required |
| 22x10 -25 | 305/40R22 305/45R22 33x12.5R22 |
2-3" Lift Required |
| 22x10 -19 | 305/40R22 305/45R22 33x12.5R22 |
2-3" Lift Required |
| 22x12 -51 | 325/50R22 35x12.5R22 |
4-6" Lift Required |
Wheel Construction
In recent years, new types of wheel construction have been introduced into the off-road wheel market. In addition to offset, backspacing and aesthetic considerations, now you can choose what type of wheel construction you prefer. The most common type of wheels are cast wheels. As the name suggests, cast wheels are molded using molten aluminum. The next step up are flow formed wheels, which follow the same process as cast wheels, except the barrel has been spun, stretched and compressed to shape. Then there are forged wheels, which are completely machined from one block of aluminum. There are benefits and disadvantage to all three types of wheels, however most off-road trucks, Jeeps and SUVs utilize cast wheels.
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Frequently asked questions
What's the bolt pattern on my Silverado 1500?
All Silverado 1500s from 1999 to present use a 6x139.7mm bolt pattern. This has been consistent across all generations, so you've got plenty of aftermarket wheel options. The lug nuts are 14mm x 1.5 thread pitch. Don't get this confused with the HD trucks - those run an 8-lug pattern.
What's the biggest tire I can fit without a lift?
Most newer Silverados can fit 33" tires with just a leveling kit. Stock height usually maxes out around 285/75R18 or 295/70R18 without rubbing. The newer body styles have more room in the wheel wells than older generations, so fitting bigger rubber is easier.
What wheel offset should I run on my Silverado?
Factory offset is around +24 to +31mm. Most aftermarket setups run between -12 to +18mm offset for a more aggressive look. Going too negative can cause rubbing issues on the upper control arms or inner fender wells. Stick between -12 to +20mm for best results.
How much lift do I need for 35" tires?
You'll need at least a 4" lift for 35" tires on most Silverados. A 6" lift gives you plenty of clearance for 35x12.5 tires without trimming. Some guys run 35s on a 2.5" level with minor trimming, but a proper lift is the way to go.
Will my wheels from an older Silverado fit my newer truck?
The bolt pattern is the same, but 2019+ trucks have different brake caliper clearance issues. Wheels designed for 18" and smaller may not clear the front calipers on 2019+ models. Always check brake clearance when swapping wheels between generations.
What's the biggest wheel size I should consider?
We recommend staying between 17-22" for the best balance of performance and ride quality. Going bigger than 22" starts hurting ride quality and increases the chance of wheel damage off-road. Most serious off-road builds stick with 17-20" wheels for maximum tire sidewall and durability.
