BBS RG-R vs Enkei TY-5 weight
Across the 5 sizes both are made in, the BBS RG-R is lighter on average by 1.9 lb per wheel (7.7 lb for a set of four). It is lighter in 5 of 5 sizes.
| Size | BBS RG-R | Enkei TY-5 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18×8 | 18.7 lb (8.48 kg)ET40 | 20.1 lb (9.10 kg)ET40 | 1.4 lb RG-R lighter |
| 18×8.5 | 18.3 lb (8.30 kg)ET53 | 21.3 lb (9.64 kg)ET38 | 2.9 lb RG-R lighter |
| 18×9.5 | 19.8 lb (8.98 kg)ET38 | 20.7 lb (9.39 kg)ET35 | 0.9 lb RG-R lighter |
| 19×8 | 20.3 lb (9.21 kg)ET43 | 22.2 lb (10.09 kg)ET45 | 1.9 lb RG-R lighter |
| 19×8.5 | 21.2 lb (9.62 kg)ET38 | 23.7 lb (10.75 kg)ET38 | 2.5 lb RG-R lighter |
Each cell is the lightest offset made in that size. Weights are manufacturer figures unless marked as measured.
BBS RG-R
Forged, 11 sizes listed here.
Price ↗ All BBS RG-R sizesEnkei TY-5
Cast, 6 sizes listed here.
Price ↗ All Enkei TY-5 sizesIs the weight difference worth it?
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