Porsche 911 996 GT2 Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide

The 2002-2005 996 GT2 was the pinnacle of the 996 generation, featuring the widebody from the turbo, some chassis parts from the GT3, and a whopping 483hp (on the 2003-2005 models). The overall fitment on the GT2 is almost perfect right from the factory but we can improve the performance by providing some additional front wheel width as well as reducing the overall weight. This Porsche 911 996 GT2 Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide will have all the information you need to get a lightweight set of Apex Forged VS-5RS, SM-10RS, EC-7RS or Flow Formed SM-10 on your GT2

Brake Clearance Information

In the engineering phase of wheel development we 3D scan factory brakes and review 2D aftermarket brake templates in order to optimize our barrel profiles and spoke curvatures. As a result, our wheels offer massive brake clearance so you can run the smallest possible wheel diameter.

Whether you enjoy spirited street driving or you are a weekend track warrior chasing lap times, these wheel & tire configurations improve the appearance and performance of the car without requiring modifications to the factory suspension or alignment. The 8.5" front wheels and 12" rear wheels mirror the factory GT2 wheel widths.

Wheels

• Front Wheel Size: 18x8.5” ET45
• Rear Wheel Size: 18x12” ET45
• • Available in: SM-10
  • Popular fitment

Tires

• APEX Staff Pick: 
• • Front Tire Size: 235/40-18
  • Rear Tire Size: 315/30-18
  • Factory GT2 tire sizes
  • Direct fit
  • Max Performance Summer: Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 (220 TW)
  • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama A052 (200 TW), Nankang CR-1 (200 TW), Falken RT660 (200 TW)
  • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)
• Alternative:
• • Front Tire Size: 245/40-18
  • Rear Tire Size: 315/30-18
  • Typically a direct fit, camber plates may be required
  • Max Performance Summer: No options currently available
  • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama A052 (200 TW), Nankang CR-1 (200 TW), Falken RT660 (200 TW), Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
  • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)

These dual-duty fitments are great for those GT2 owners who use their car on the street and the track. Providing additional wheel width up front to reduce understeer and provide some wider tire options to increase overall performance.

Wheels

• Front Wheel Size: 18x9” ET46
• Rear Wheel Size: 18x12” ET45 or ET46
• • Available in: SM-10, EC-7RS, VS-5RS, SM-10RS
  • Popular fitment

Tires

• APEX Staff Pick:
• • Front Tire Size: 255/35-18
  • Rear Tire Size: 315/30-18
  • A minimum of -2º front camber is recommended with camber plates
  • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama A052 (200 TW), Nankang CR-1 (200 TW), Falken RT660 (200 TW)
  • R-Compound: Toyo R888R (100 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)
  • Semi-Slick: Hoosier R7/A7 (40 TW), Toyo RR (40 TW)
• Alternative 1:
• • Front Tire Size: 245/40-18
  • Rear Tire Size: 315/30-18
  • Typically a direct fit, camber plates may be required
  • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama A052 (200 TW), Nankang CR-1 (200 TW), Falken RT660 (200 TW), Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
  • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)
  • Semi-Slick: Hoosier R7/A7 (40 TW), BFG R1S (40 TW)
• Alternative 2:
• • Front Tire Size: 235/40-18
  • Rear Tire Size: 315/30-18
  • Factory GT2 tire sizes
  • Typically a direct fit
  • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama A052 (200 TW), Nankang CR-1 (200 TW), Falken RT660 (200 TW)
  • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)
  • Semi-Slick: No options currently available
• Alternative 3:
• • Front Tire Size: 245/645-18
  • Rear Tire Size: 305/645-18
  • A minimum of -3º of front & -2.2º rear camber is recommended with camber plates
  • Rear fenders may need to be rolled
  • Racing Slicks: Pirelli DH
• Alternative 4:
• • Front Tire Size: 245/645-18
  • Rear Tire Size: 305/660-18
  • A minimum of -3º of front & -2.2º rear camber is recommended with camber plates
  • Rear fenders may need to be rolled
  • Racing Slicks: Pirelli DH
• Alternative 5:
• • Front Tire Size: 265/645-18
  • Rear Tire Size: 325/660-18
  • A minimum of -3º of front & -2.2º rear camber is recommended with camber plates
  • Front & Rear fenders may need to be rolled
  • Racing Slicks: Pirelli DH

These fitments are best suited for weekend track warriors and competitive club racers looking to maximize grip and overall performance. The ultimate solution for dedicated track GT2's

Wheels

• Front Wheel Size: 18x10” ET36
• Rear Wheel Size: 18x12” ET45 or ET46
• • Available in: SM-10, EC-7RS, VS-5RS, SM-10RS
  • Motorsport oriented suspension with a slim silhouette (short linear 2.25mm or 60mm springs) must be used for maximum inner clearance along with Camber plates
  • Front & rear fenders must be rolled
  • Radiator brackets must be trimmed and mounting holes slotted so it can be moved forward slightly. Then reshape fender liners.

Tires

• APEX Staff Pick: 
• • Front Tire Size: 275/35-18
  • Rear Tire Size: 335/30-18
  • A minimum of -3.5º front & -3º rear camber is recommended with camber plates
  • Extreme Performance Summer: BFG Rival S 1.5 (200 TW)
  • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW)
  • Semi-Slick: Hoosier R7/A7 (40 TW)
• Alternative 1:
• • Front Tire Size: 265/35-18
  • Rear Tire Size: 315/30-18
  • A minimum of -3.5º front & -2.2º rear camber is recommended with camber plates
  • Extreme Performance Summer: Yokohama A052 (200 TW), Falken RT660 (200 TW)
  • R-Compound: Toyo R888R (100 TW)
  • Semi-Slick: No options currently available 
• Alternative 2:
• • Front Tire Size: 275/35-18
  • Rear Tire Size: 315/30-18
  • A minimum of -3.5º front & -2.2º rear camber is recommended with camber plates
  • Extreme Performance Summer: Falken RT660 (200 TW), BFG Rival S 1.5 (200 TW), Continental Extremecontact Force (200 TW)
  • R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW)
  • Semi-Slick: Hoosier R7/A7 (40 TW)
• Alternative 3:
• • Front Tire Size: 265/645-18
  • Rear Tire Size: 325/660-18
  • A minimum of -3.5º front & -2.2º rear camber is recommended with camber plates
  • Front & Rear fenders may need to be rolled
  • Racing Slicks: Pirelli DH

Brake Clearance Information

In the engineering phase of wheel development we 3D scan factory brakes and review 2D aftermarket brake templates in order to optimize our barrel profiles and spoke curvatures. As a result, our wheels offer massive brake clearance so you can run the smallest possible wheel diameter. The following brakes have been tested and confirmed to clear our wheels.

• OEM 380mm 6-pot PCCB - fits all
• Brembo 1M1.9006A1, 380mm 6-pot - fits 18x8.5" ET42 & 18x9" ET46 only
• Brembo 1M1.9005A1, 355mm 6-pot - fits all
• StopTech 83.780.4700.61 355mm 4-pot - fits all
• StopTech 83.781.6900.XX, 380mm 6-pot - call to confirm

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