What is 4x4 wheel offset?

Negative, Positive, ET00, ET-20, ET+35 Just what is Wheel Offset?????

Wheel offset refers to the distance between the wheel’s hub mounting surface and its true centreline. 
For 4x4 vehicles and off-road applications, understanding wheel offset is essential. It directly affects how far your wheels and tyres sit within or outside the wheel arches.

You can often find all your wheel's vitals on the rear of the wheels hub.

The correct wheel offset on a 4x4 is vital for maintaining safe clearance between tyres, suspension components, and bodywork when navigating challenging off-road environments such as muddy trails, rocky tracks, and uneven green lanes. A negative (eg, -35) offset pushes the wheels outward, increasing track width for improved off-road stability and a more aggressive stance - perfect for over-landing, rock crawling, and other demanding off-road activities. Positive offset (eg, +35) keeps wheels tucked in, ideal for vehicles staying closer to factory geometry.

Choosing the right wheel offset helps ensure your 4x4 handles predictably, avoids rubbing under articulation, and enhances performance across all types of off-road pursuits, whether it’s green-laning through the countryside, tackling deep ruts, or venturing into more extreme terrains.

Final Note.

If you are looking for some new wheels but don't know your details, you can take a look at our Manufacturer and Model specific GOJOS Steel wheels here, and wheel and tyre packages here.

If you need advice on the best wheel offset for your off-roader, be it pickup, SUV or Van, feel free to contact us with your vehicle details and requirements.