ION Wheels 171-8970P 171 Series 18x9 0mm Polished Wheel 8x170 Ford F-250 F-350

Vehicle Fitment

• Compatible with all vehicles using an 8x170mm bolt pattern with up to 130.8mm hub bore
• Common 8x170 applications include: Ford F-250 Super Duty (1999-Present), Ford F-350 Super Duty (1999-Present), Ford Excursion (2000-2005), and Ford E-Series vans equipped with the 8x170 bolt pattern

Fitment Notes

• The 8x170 bolt pattern is specific to Ford Super Duty platforms. Confirm your vehicle's exact bolt pattern before ordering - the 8x170 is not interchangeable with the similar 8x165.1 (8x6.5 in.) pattern used on GM and Ram trucks.
• Hub bore is 130.8mm. If your vehicle's hub bore is smaller than 130.8mm, hub-centric rings (sold separately) are required to properly center the wheel and prevent vibration. Confirm your vehicle's specific hub bore diameter before installation.
• Offset is 0mm (neutral/flush). The wheel mounting face sits at the exact centerline of the wheel, providing a balanced stance that is close to factory specifications on most Ford Super Duty applications.
• Backspacing is 5.0 in. Confirm that this backspacing provides adequate clearance for your brake calipers, suspension components, and inner fender liner at your intended ride height and tire size.
• The polished aluminum finish requires regular maintenance to preserve its appearance. Polished surfaces are susceptible to oxidation and road salt damage. Use a non-abrasive aluminum wheel cleaner and apply a polished aluminum sealant regularly, particularly in winter climates or areas where road salt is used.
• Lug nuts are NOT included and must be sourced separately. Use lug nuts appropriate for your vehicle's thread pitch and seating type. Most Ford Super Duty applications use M14x1.5 thread pitch with a conical/acorn seat.
• Sold as a single wheel. Order the quantity required for your application.

Features

• Classic bullet hole / revolver-spoke style design with a concave face profile - a racing and Baja-inspired aesthetic that has remained popular on trucks and SUVs for decades, combining a bold visual presence with a clean, low-clutter appearance when viewed from the side.
• "Stepped" outer lip enhances the perceived depth of the wheel face, adding visual dimensionality that makes the wheel appear more concave and more substantial than a flat-faced design of the same dimensions.
• Full polished aluminum finish exposes the natural bright sheen of the cast aluminum alloy across the entire wheel face and lip, delivering a chrome-adjacent appearance at a fraction of the weight and upkeep demands of a plated finish.
• One-piece cast aluminum alloy construction delivers a strong, trail-capable wheel at a weight of 35 lb. - durable enough for towing, hauling, and light off-road use on F-250 and F-350 Super Duty platforms.
• 3,300 lb. per-wheel load rating provides the load capacity appropriate for half-ton and three-quarter-ton Super Duty truck applications, including those used for towing and payload work.
• 0mm offset positions the wheel face at the exact wheel centerline, producing a stance that sits flush to slightly outboard of factory wheel well coverage - a clean, proportionate look on stock and modestly lifted Super Duty builds without the aggressive tuck-in of a high positive offset or the fender clearance concerns of a deep negative offset.
• 2.15 in. outer lip provides a pronounced stepped lip profile that adds visual depth and gives the wheel a classic truck-wheel aesthetic compatible with both street and off-road tire profiles.
• Exposed lug design - lugs are visible through the spoke openings for the classic open-wheel truck appearance consistent with the 171's bullet hole styling heritage.
• ION Alloy logo center cap included (P/N C101710) for a finished, branded appearance when not using a custom or accessory center cap.
• Designed in the USA by ION Wheels (The Wheel Group), a manufacturer with nearly 20 years of experience producing aftermarket truck and SUV wheels.

Specifications

• Part Number: 171-8970P
• Series: ION 171
• Diameter: 18 in.
• Width: 9 in.
• Bolt Pattern: 8x170mm
• Offset: 0mm
• Backspacing: 5.0 in.
• Hub Bore: 130.8mm
• Lip Size: 2.15 in.
• Finish: Polished Aluminum
• Construction: One-Piece Cast Aluminum Alloy
• Load Rating: 3,300 lb. per wheel
• Weight: 35 lb.
• Lug Type: Acorn (Conical)
• Center Cap: Included (P/N C101710)
• Lug Nuts: Not Included
• Warranty: Lifetime Structural / 1-Year Finish (Original Purchaser)
• Sold As: Each (Single Wheel)

Included Components

• 1x ION 171 Series 18x9 Polished Wheel
• 1x Center Cap - ION Alloy Logo, Bolt-On Style (P/N C101710)

Product Description

The ION Wheels 171-8970P is an 18x9 one-piece cast aluminum wheel from ION's Series 171 lineup, finished in full polished aluminum and engineered for the 8x170 bolt pattern used exclusively on Ford Super Duty trucks from 1999 onward. The 171 series is built around ION's race and Baja-inspired design philosophy - a classic bullet hole / revolver-spoke layout with a concave face and a stepped 2.15 in. outer lip that enhances the perceived depth of the wheel and gives it the thick, substantial appearance associated with traditional American truck wheel styling. At 0mm offset and 5.0 in. backspacing, the wheel sits at the centerline of the barrel, producing a flush to slightly outboard stance that works well on stock and moderately lifted F-250 and F-350 builds without the clearance compromises of a strongly negative offset.

The full polished aluminum finish covers the entire wheel face and lip with the bright natural sheen of the cast aluminum alloy, providing a chrome-adjacent appearance with significantly less weight than a plated steel wheel. The ION Alloy logo center cap is included, and the exposed lug design maintains the classic open-spoke truck wheel aesthetic. At 35 lb. per wheel and a 3,300 lb. load rating, the 171-8970P is appropriately specified for Super Duty work truck use, including vehicles used for towing and payload applications where wheel strength and load capacity are not secondary considerations.

Two maintenance and fitment notes are important for Super Duty buyers: the 130.8mm hub bore is larger than most Ford Super Duty hubs, so hub-centric rings sized to your vehicle's specific hub diameter (sold separately) are required for a centered, vibration-free fit. Second, the polished aluminum finish requires regular care - non-abrasive aluminum wheel cleaner and a polished aluminum sealant are recommended to prevent oxidation, particularly in salt-road environments common in northern climates. The ION 171-8970P carries a lifetime structural warranty and a one-year finish warranty to the original purchaser, and is sold as a single wheel.