APEX Wheels EC-7 Flow Formed Wheel | 19x11 ET44 | 5x120

The APEX Wheels EC-7 from the Classic Line represents a precision-engineered flow formed wheel designed for BMW applications requiring 5x120 bolt pattern compatibility. This 19x11 ET44 wheel addresses the demands of wide performance applications through APEX's flow formed construction process, which combines casting efficiency with enhanced strength characteristics to deliver optimal performance for track and street use.

The EC-7 achieves a weight of 24.3 lbs in the 19x11 configuration, providing unsprung weight reduction compared to factory BMW wheels despite the aggressive 11-inch width. This weight control becomes critical at larger widths, where traditional cast construction would result in significantly heavier wheels that compromise handling dynamics and acceleration response.

The wheel utilizes flow formed construction, a manufacturing process that begins with a cast wheel blank before applying specialized forming techniques. During flow forming, the wheel barrel is spun at high speed while rollers apply controlled pressure, stretching and compressing the aluminum to create a denser grain structure. This process increases the material strength while reducing weight compared to traditional cast wheels, positioning flow formed construction between cast and forged methods in terms of both performance and cost.

The EC-7 features Profile 3 face design, providing the deep concave geometry suited for wide applications like the 11-inch width. The 60-degree conical hardware seat ensures proper lug nut engagement for BMW applications, maintaining the secure mounting required for performance driving conditions.

• Compatibility: BMW applications with 5x120 bolt pattern
• Material: Flow Formed aluminum construction
• Weight: 24.3 lbs
• Hardware Seat: 60 Degree Conical
• Available Finishes: Anthracite, Race Silver, Satin Black
• SKU: EC71911ET44-5120-7256-AN

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