Wheel brand
XD Wheels
XD Series (often written XD Wheels) is the off-road wheel line from KMC, an American manufacturer founded in 1982. Launched in 2004 and popularized by the Rockstar in 2006, the brand has built a name for tough, race-proven truck and SUV wheels.
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History, reputation and uses
XD Series is the adventure and off-road division of KMC Wheels, a California manufacturer established in 1982 whose original mission was to build a simple, well-made wheel. The XD line was introduced in 2004, then took off in 2006 with the Rockstar (XD775), a massive five-spoke that set a design language still copied today. KMC was acquired in 2005 by Wheel Pros (later rebranded Hoonigan), which broadened distribution and stabilized inventory across North America. XD's reputation rests on an unapologetic racing heritage: the brand sponsors King of the Hammers, one of the most demanding single-day off-road races in the world, and competes in the Baja 1000. This proving ground under extreme conditions feeds wheels designed to handle weight, high payloads, and the abuse of off-roading. The positioning is deliberately rugged and utilitarian, with evocative names (Rockstar, Grenade, Machete, Bully) and satin black, machined black, chrome, or gray finishes. In terms of applications, XD covers mainly full-size trucks, SUVs, duallys, and Jeeps, in diameters from 17 to 24 inches and widths from 6 to 14 inches, with typical bolt patterns of 5x127, 5x139.7, 6x135, 6x139.7, 8x165.1, 8x170, and 8x180. Manufacturing is mostly by gravity casting in aluminum, complemented by CNC machining and surface treatments (paint, chrome). The range has evolved toward more modern variants (Rockstar II and III with interchangeable inserts, Grenade 2, Hoss II) while keeping its founding models. Overall, XD occupies the niche of the affordable, durable truck wheel: less luxurious than a high-end forged wheel, but solid, widely available, and built for real-world use.
Recommended use: Recommended use: XD Series is aimed first and foremost at full-size trucks (Ford F-150/F-250, RAM 1500/2500/3500, Chevrolet/GMC), rugged SUVs, Jeep Wrangler/Gladiator, and duallys. It is an aftermarket line designed for light to heavy off-road use and daily on-road driving, with high load ratings suited to truck weight and oversized tires. In Quebec, it is a good fit for those who want an aggressive look and clearance for large off-road tires, while checking the bolt pattern, the offset (often negative for a deep-dish effect), the center bore, and brake clearance. Matte black or machined finishes dominate. This is not an OEM wheel or a sporty on-road performance wheel.
Technologies and manufacturing: Technologies and manufacturing: The majority of XD Series models are produced by gravity casting in aluminum alloy, an economical and solid method that favors strength over extreme lightness. The wheels then go through CNC machining for machined faces and detailing, followed by surface treatments: powder coat, satin black, machined black, gray, chrome, or specific platings. The high-end models of the sister brand may use flow-forming (flow-formed) or forging, but the core of the XD line remains cast. The wheels carry high load ratings (often 2,200 to 3,200 lb depending on the model) to support trucks and duallys. TPMS sensor compatible. Race validation (King of the Hammers, Baja 1000) serves as a benchmark of real-world durability rather than a laboratory certification.
Key takeaways
- Rockstar est l’un des modèles les plus reconnaissables du segment truck.
- Poids et déport doivent être bien validés avant montage.
Strengths
- Genuine racing heritage (King of the Hammers, Baja 1000) and proven durability
- Very wide availability and distribution across North America (Hoonigan/Wheel Pros network)
- Heavy-duty 6- and 8-lug bolt patterns suited to trucks, duallys, and SUVs
- High load ratings built for large tires and payloads
- Accessible aggressive off-road look, with popular matte black and machined finishes
Points to check
- Mostly cast wheels: heavier than a flow-formed or forged wheel
- Aesthetic and utilitarian positioning, not a sporty on-road performance wheel
- Often negative offsets: verify brake clearance, rubbing, and geometry
- Chrome finishes vulnerable to corrosion from salt and calcium during Quebec winters
- Fewer small diameters and light bolt patterns for compact cars
Models & families
XD Wheels wheel models
Addict is a family of XD Wheels to be documented according to the sizes, bolt patterns, offsets, and finishes available in the official catalog. It needs to be linked to the site's vehicle, dimension, and use filters.
View the model profile Bully camion/VUSThe Bully (XD127) is an XD Series off-road model with a clean, muscular design, in the utilitarian spirit of the lineup. A cast aluminum wheel, it is aimed at full-size trucks, rugged SUVs, and Jeeps, with structured spokes that clear the brakes and present an imposing presence. Available in common off-road diameters and in heavy-duty 5, 6, and 8-lug bolt patterns, it adopts the often-negative offsets typical of XD for a deep-dish effect. Satin black, machined black, or contrasting finishes, with a high load rating suited to oversized tires and payloads. In Quebec, the Bully is a solid choice for adding character to a truck or SUV without aiming for an on-road performance wheel. As with the entire lineup, confirm the exact bolt pattern, center bore, TPMS compatibility, and especially brake clearance given the pronounced offsets. The matte black finish remains easier to maintain in winter than chrome against road salt.
View the model profile Grenade beadlockThe Grenade (XD135) is an XD Series off-road model with a ribbed, structured design whose industrial aesthetic evokes heavy machinery. A cast aluminum wheel, it targets full-size trucks, rugged SUVs, and Jeeps, with profiled spokes that clear the brake calipers and offer a strong presence. It is found in common off-road diameters and in heavy-duty 5, 6, and 8-lug bolt patterns, with offsets often negative for the deep-dish stance typical of the brand. Satin black, machined black, or contrasting finishes dominate. High load rating to handle large tires and payloads. In Quebec, the Grenade appeals for an aggressive style on an adventure truck or SUV; as with the rest of the lineup, confirm the exact bolt pattern, center bore, TPMS compatibility, and brake clearance before purchase. The matte black finish proves more tolerant of winter salt than chrome. The line has seen evolutions (Grenade 2/II).
View the model profile Hoss off-roadThe Hoss (XD795) is a rugged off-road wheel from the XD Series, with a full, stocky multi-spoke design that embraces a utilitarian work-and-adventure truck look. Cast in aluminum, it targets full-size trucks, SUVs, and duallys, with a construction that prioritizes ruggedness to handle loads and oversized off-road tires. It is found in off-road diameters and in heavy-duty 6 and 8-lug bolt patterns suited to trucks, with offsets often negative. Black, machined black, and chrome finishes depending on the version, with a high load rating. In Quebec, the Hoss suits real truck use (hauling, light to intensive off-road) more than the pursuit of light weight: it is above all a solid wheel. Verify the bolt pattern, center bore, brake clearance, and TPMS compatibility. Favor matte black finishes to better withstand salt and calcium in winter. A Hoss II evolution has modernized the line.
View the model profile Machete beadlockThe Machete (XD128) is an XD Series off-road wheel with a sharp, angular design, true to the brand's aggressive imagery. Cast in aluminum, it targets full-size trucks and SUVs and, in a derived version (XD130), dually configurations. Its profiled spokes create a strong presence while clearing the brake calipers. It is found in common off-road diameters and in heavy-duty 5, 6, and 8-lug bolt patterns, with the often-negative offsets characteristic of XD. Black, machined black, and contrasting finishes, with a high load rating for large tires and payloads. In Quebec, the Machete appeals to owners of adventure trucks or SUVs seeking a bold style; you must confirm the exact bolt pattern, center bore, TPMS compatibility, and brake clearance before purchase. For winter, favor a matte black finish, more tolerant of salt and calcium than chrome, or plan a second set of wheels dedicated to the cold season.
View the model profile Monster beadlockMonster is a family of XD Wheels rims to be documented according to the sizes, bolt patterns, offsets, and finishes available in the official catalog. It should be linked to the site's vehicle, dimension, and usage filters.
View the model profile Rockstar camion/VUSThe Rockstar (XD775) is the founding model of the lineup, launched in 2006, and the most emblematic of the XD Series. It is a cast aluminum wheel with a massive, square five-spoke design, built for full-size trucks, SUVs, and Jeeps. Its aggressive visual language, often in black with a machined lip or contrasting details, defined the 2000s truck mag style and is still copied. The Rockstar comes in several diameters and widths typical of off-road use (up to 20-24 inches depending on the version) and in heavy-duty 5, 6, and 8-lug bolt patterns, with offsets often negative for a deep-dish effect. High load rating suited to oversized tires. In Quebec, it is a popular choice for a bold look on an F-150, RAM, or Silverado: verify the bolt pattern, center bore, and especially brake clearance given the pronounced offsets. Chrome versions require careful maintenance in winter against road salt. Evolutions (Rockstar II and III with interchangeable inserts) have extended the line.
View the model profile Spy off-roadThe Spy (XD797) is an XD Series off-road model with an open, technical design that combines presence and visual lightness thanks to its intricate openings. A cast aluminum wheel, it targets full-size trucks, rugged SUVs, and Jeeps, with spokes that provide good brake clearance. Available in off-road diameters and in heavy-duty 5, 6, and 8-lug bolt patterns, it carries over the brand's often-negative offsets for a deep-dish stance. Black, machined black, and contrasting finishes depending on the version, with a high load rating suited to oversized tires. In Quebec, the Spy suits those who want a more open style than the lineup's solid designs while keeping XD ruggedness. Confirm the exact bolt pattern, center bore, TPMS compatibility, and brake clearance. As with the rest of the lineup, the matte black finish proves easier to maintain in winter against road salt than chrome versions.
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What to confirm for a compatible wheel
fitment
Point technique à valider selon le véhicule, l'usage, la dimension et les recommandations du fabricant.
entraxe
Le bolt pattern doit correspondre exactement au moyeu du véhicule. Une approximation rend la roue incompatible.
offset
Le déport détermine la position de la roue vers l'intérieur ou l'extérieur et influence le dégagement des ailes et des freins.
alésage central
Le center bore doit être compatible avec le moyeu ou corrigé avec des bagues de centrage adaptées.
indice de charge
La jante doit supporter la charge du véhicule, surtout pour VUS, camionnettes, remorques et usages commerciaux.
TPMS
Point technique à valider selon le véhicule, l'usage, la dimension et les recommandations du fabricant.