2013 Ford F-150 Wheel Fitment and Interchange Guide
Known OEM Fitment For 2013 Ford F-150
The following specifications are the known reference fitment values provided for the 2013 Ford F-150. Fitment can vary by trim, package, axle configuration, and replacement-wheel application, so confirm the specifications for your specific truck before purchasing wheels or tires.
| Specification |
Known value |
| Bolt pattern |
6x135 |
| Center bore |
87.1 mm |
| Thread size |
M14 x 2.00 |
| Rim diameter |
17 inches |
| Rim width |
7.5 inches |
| Wheel offset |
ET44 mm |
| Backspacing |
5.48 inches |
| Tire section width |
255 mm |
| Tire aspect ratio |
70 percent |
| Tire rim diameter |
R17 |
These values should be treated as a starting point, not a guarantee that every 2013 Ford F-150 trim uses the same wheel and tire package. Check the driver-door tire and loading information label, the owner's manual, the existing wheel markings, and Ford parts information for your exact vehicle.
How To Use The Wheel Interchange Calculator
Use the calculator to compare a donor vehicle's wheels with the wheels you plan to install on your 2013 Ford F-150.
- Enter the donor vehicle in the “Wheels from” fields.
- Enter the 2013 Ford F-150 as the vehicle in the “Installed on” fields.
- Compare bolt pattern, center bore, wheel diameter, width, and offset. A matching bolt pattern alone does not prove that a wheel is safe or physically compatible.
- Use “Custom wheel size” to test a different rim diameter, width, or offset.
- Use “Custom tire size” to compare section width and aspect ratio.
- When you change the rim diameter, review the updated tire diameter in the comparison. Maintaining a suitable overall tire diameter helps limit speedometer and clearance changes.
The calculator is a comparison tool. It cannot confirm brake clearance, suspension clearance, load rating, tire-pressure-monitor compatibility, or the condition of a used wheel. Confirm those items separately before installation.
Fitment Checklist Before You Buy
- Confirm the 6x135 bolt pattern and verify that the wheel's mounting holes are designed for the vehicle's studs and lug nuts.
- Confirm that the 87.1 mm center-bore requirement is met. A smaller bore will not fit over the hub. A larger bore may require correctly sized hub-centric rings if appropriate for the wheel application.
- Confirm the M14 x 2.00 thread specification and use lug nuts that match the wheel's seat type, thread, and required engagement.
- Compare wheel width, offset, and backspacing with the known reference values. These dimensions affect fender, suspension, steering, and brake clearance.
- Check the wheel's load rating against the truck's axle and vehicle requirements.
- Confirm tire size, load index, speed rating, and inflation requirements using the door-jamb label and tire manufacturer information.
- Check inner and outer clearance with the steering turned fully left and right, and verify clearance through suspension movement.
- Inspect used wheels for cracks, bends, corrosion around the bead, damaged mounting seats, and prior repairs.
Plus Sizing And Common Upgrades
Plus sizing changes the wheel diameter while using a lower-profile tire to keep the overall tire diameter near the original reference. It can improve steering response and change appearance, but it may also reduce sidewall cushioning and increase the risk of wheel or tire damage from potholes.
There is not enough vehicle-specific information here to identify every approved plus-size combination or every compatible trim. Use the calculator to compare custom wheel and tire dimensions, then verify the final combination with the tire manufacturer, wheel manufacturer, and Ford documentation.
When evaluating an upgrade, compare section width, overall diameter, wheel offset, backspacing, load capacity, brake clearance, and fender clearance. Do not select a tire solely because its nominal diameter appears close to the original size.
Installation Tips
- Clean the hub face and wheel mounting surface before installation. Remove rust and debris without damaging the surfaces.
- Test-fit each wheel by hand before mounting or driving. Check the hub bore, stud engagement, brake clearance, and suspension clearance.
- Install lug nuts with the correct seat style and start them by hand to avoid cross-threading.
- Snug the lug nuts in a star pattern, then torque them with a calibrated torque wrench to the vehicle or wheel manufacturer's specification. The required torque is not provided here and should not be guessed.
- After installation, check for contact with the brake components, struts, control arms, fender liners, and bodywork with the steering at full lock.
- Set tire pressure according to the vehicle label unless a documented tire or load application requires a different setting.
- Recheck lug-nut torque after the manufacturer's recommended break-in distance or after the first normal drive, especially when installing wheels that have been removed and refitted.
Tools And Helpful Supplies
Useful equipment includes a properly sized socket, breaker bar, torque wrench, jack and jack stands rated for the truck, wheel chocks, a tire-pressure gauge, and a tread-depth gauge. Follow safe lifting points and never work under a vehicle supported only by a jack.
Use the vehicle owner's manual and the wheel manufacturer's instructions for the exact lifting procedure, torque specification, lug-nut design, and any hub-ring requirements.
FAQs
What is the bolt pattern for the 2013 Ford F-150?
The known reference bolt pattern is 6x135. Verify the application for your exact truck and wheel before purchase.
What is the center bore?
The known reference center bore is 87.1 mm. A wheel with a smaller center bore will not fit over the hub. A larger bore may need an appropriate hub-centric solution, depending on the wheel and application.
Can any 6x135 wheel fit a 2013 Ford F-150?
No. The bolt pattern is only one part of fitment. Center bore, offset, backspacing, wheel width, brake clearance, load rating, lug-nut seat, and tire size must also be checked.
What wheel size is listed in the known OEM reference?
The provided reference is a 17 x 7.5-inch wheel with ET44 offset and 5.48-inch backspacing. This may not represent every trim or factory package.
What tire size is listed in the known reference?
The provided tire dimensions are 255 mm section width, a 70 percent aspect ratio, and a 17-inch rim diameter. Confirm the correct tire size and load requirements on the driver's door label and in Ford documentation.
Can I use a different wheel diameter?
A different diameter may be possible, but compatibility must be checked as a complete wheel and tire combination. Enter the custom rim diameter, width, and offset in the calculator, then review the updated tire diameter and confirm physical clearances and load ratings.
Do I need hub-centric rings?
It depends on the wheel's center bore and design. A smaller bore cannot be corrected with a ring. A larger bore may accept a correctly sized hub-centric ring when recommended by the wheel manufacturer, but rings do not correct an incorrect bolt pattern, offset, load rating, or brake clearance.
What lug-nut thread size is listed?
The known reference thread size is M14 x 2.00. The lug-nut seat must also match the wheel, so do not select lug nuts by thread size alone.
Where can I confirm the final fitment?
Check the driver's door tire and loading label, owner's manual, existing wheel markings, Ford parts information, and the wheel and tire manufacturers' specifications. A professional installer can also verify clearances before the vehicle is driven.
