Black Rhino Vanguard vs KMC IMS weight
Across the 3 sizes both are made in, the KMC IMS is lighter on average by 0.2 lb per wheel (0.8 lb for a set of four). It is lighter in 2 of 3 sizes.
| Size | Black Rhino Vanguard | KMC IMS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17×8 | 33.1 lb (15.02 kg)ET32 | 33.1 lb (15.00 kg)ET32 | same |
| 17×8.5 | 33.0 lb (14.97 kg)ET0 | 30.9 lb (14.00 kg)ET-10 | 2.1 lb IMS lighter |
| 20×9 | 40.3 lb (18.29 kg)ET15 | 41.9 lb (19.00 kg)ET0 | 1.6 lb Vanguard lighter |
Each cell is the lightest offset made in that size. Weights are manufacturer figures unless marked as measured.
Black Rhino Vanguard
3 sizes listed here.
Price ↗ All Black Rhino Vanguard sizesKMC IMS
4 sizes listed here.
Price ↗ All KMC IMS sizesIs the weight difference worth it?
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