Front, 18", Profile 3, 5 Lugs, Machined Lip Anthracite
ML-7RT Wheels
A timeless motorsport look, elevated with cutting-edge manufacturing technology.
The Forged ML-7RT is the latest addition to the Touring Line, pairing bold aesthetics with a proven Real Performance lineage. Engineered with both form and function in mind, the ML-7RT fuses the hallmark features of two iconic Apex designs to create something new and fresh.
Finish: Machined Lip Anthracite
Overview
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ML-7RT Highlights
- Fully forged 6061-T6 aluminum
- Reinforced Sprint™ spec inner lip
- Side-Milled spokes for reduced weight
- Machined outer lip
- Vehicle specific spoke profiles
- OEM center cap compatibility
- Unmatched replacement program
- Lifetime structural warranty
- Independently tested
ML-7RT Specifications
* Designed to fit BMW 5x120mm center caps
Reproductive Harm - www.p65warnings.ca.cov ML-7RT features
The Fusion of Two Iconic Designs
Our exploration didn’t end with the ML-10RT. In search of a new design direction, we reimagined the iconic face of the EC-7RS within the ML-10RT platform. The result is a seamless fusion. By pairing the EC-7RS-inspired face with the ML-10RT’s revised outer lip structure, we created an all-new wheel that preserves the aggressive, lipped mesh aesthetic—now with a cleaner, more streamlined face and a more purposeful outer lip. The ML-7RT is a natural fit for European sports cars, blending a timeless motorsport-inspired design with the advantages of modern forging technology.
Side-Milled Spokes
The ML-7RT features Apex’s signature extra-deep, side-milled spokes—an aggressive weight-saving measure achieved through precision CNC ball cutting. Every surface is carefully machined to remove material that doesn’t contribute to strength, resulting in meaningful weight reduction without compromise. While others may imitate the visual of side-milling, these executions are often shallow or purely cosmetic—failing to deliver any real performance benefit. Our approach is fundamentally different: engineered with intent, not just for appearance.
The result is a lighter, stronger wheel with a sharper, more defined spoke profile that adds both visual depth and functional advantage.
Sprint Inner Lip
The ML-7RT borrows the race-proven Sprint Spec inner lip from our Sprint Line wheels, providing critical strength to the unsupported inner lip of the wheel. Adding 32% more material where it matters most. Don’t settle for under-engineered wheels, attack both the track and your cities potholes with confidence.
50%
More reinforcement than a standard inner lip
10k Tons of Pressure
To make our forged wheels the strongest we can, we applied as much pressure as possible using a 10,000 ton forge. This extreme pressure increases the strength of the aluminum by eliminating porosity and improving the grain structure.
True Motorsport Blanks
Many companies use 3rd-party blanks intended for non-motorsport wheels which can severely limit sizes, concavity, spoke design, and critical brake clearance. We designed our very own blank profiles from scratch to give us total control over the final product.
Independently Tested
We don't rely solely on computer simulations or unverifiable in-house testing. We believe independent testing is critical to protect consumers in this unregulated industry. Our Touring Line wheels are independently tested by ITS at their Michigan facility following JWL standards but pushed to much higher loads and much longer durations.
Revised Machined Lip
An evolution of the original Apex Machined Lip, the ML-7RT features a revised interface between the face and outer lip for a more aggressive, purposeful appearance. Like the ML-10RT, every ML-7RT maintains a consistent 1.5" outer lip across all sizes—giving even conservative fitments the bold, deep-lip look enthusiasts expect. More aggressive fitments build on this foundation, maximizing spoke concavity to create an ultra-aggressive profile while maintaining visual harmony with narrower, staggered applications.
Vehicle Specific Spoke Profiles
The lipped design of the ML-7RT inherently limits brake clearance. Rather than making every fitment as conservative as possible, we utilized our extensive 3D vehicle scanning library to shrink wrap each fitment's spoke design around respective OEM and popular aftermarket brake kits. Leveraging our vehicle research and engineering team, we find a perfect balance of concavity and brake clearance.
Built for Impact Sockets
Don’t settle for wheels that require undersized tuner lugs or thin walled sockets. All Apex wheels accommodate over-sized race lugs and impact sockets to make swapping wheels lightning fast.
32mm
Socket Diameter Clearance
OEM Center Cap Compatibility
Love that OEM+ look? Us too. Our engineers went the extra mile and incorporated a flush mounted OEM center cap support into the ML-7RT for most applications. Whether you want to show off your included Apex center caps or stick with your OEM caps, the ML-7RT will seamlessly accept both.
Laser-Engraved Specs
As car enthusiasts ourselves, we know how frustrating it is to locate and decipher wheel specs that have been hastily marked on a wheel or become unreadable over time. Our Touring Line wheels have laser-engraved specs on the barrel, in plain sight, making them easy to find and read.
Additional features
Hub Centric
All Forged Touring Line wheels are purpose built for select vehicle applications. Very few applications require centering rings.
Center Caps
All Apex Forged Touring Line wheels come with our gloss black cap included that is interchangeable with the OE cap. We also offer additional colors for select fitments.
Wheel Hardware
Wherever possible, Apex wheels are designed to be used with OEM mounting hardware as well as high-quality wheel spacers, stud conversion kits, wheel locks, and more. See our Accessories pages.
TPMS
All Apex wheels accept OEM and aftermarket Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors and standard fit valve stems. If you don’t have sensors, then select from our metal stems available in multiple finishes.
Accessories
Compare for yourself
| Forged Enduro Line | Forged Sprint Line | Forged Touring Line | Flow Formed Evolution Line | Flow Formed Classic Line | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | Forged | Forged | Forged | Flow Formed | Flow Formed |
| Price¹ | $709 - $729 | $709 - $729 | $669 - $729 | $444 - $469 | $399 - $409 |
| Weight (lbs)¹ | 21.1 - 21.7 | 18.5 - 19.4 | 20.1 - 21.0 | 20.8 - 21.0 | 19.9 - 22.4 |
| Load Rating (lbs)¹ | 2100 | 1600 | 1600 | 1550 - 1600 | 1550 |
| Side-milled Spokes | |||||
| Inner Lip | Enduro Spec | Sprint Spec | Sprint Spec | Reinforced | Standard |
| Independently Tested | |||||
| Brake Clearance | Maximum | Maximum | High | Maximum | High |
| Unpainted Knurled Bead | |||||
| Premium Finishes |
¹ All wheels compared with equivalent 18x10” ET25 5x120mm / 72.56mm fitment. Price displayed based on MSRP as of 5/16/2025.
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A Wheel You Can Depend On
Accidental Damage Replacement
Curb rash or pothole damage on the street? Make an oopsie at the track? We’ve all been there. Apex is proud to offer 50% off replacement wheels, no matter the damage.
Lifetime Warranty
All Apex wheels come with a lifetime structural warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, plus a 1 year finish warranty. Exchanges are fast, easy, and hassle-free.
Footnotes
¹ All wheels compared with equivalent 18x10” ET25 5x120mm / 72.56mm fitment. Price displayed based on MSRP as of 5/16/2025.
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