Weld Racing 71MP7070B53A RT-S S71 17x7 Polished Forged Aluminum Wheel 5x4.75 5.3in Backspace Medium Pad

The Weld Racing RT-S S71 (71MP7070B53A) is a 17x7-inch forged aluminum street and strip wheel featuring a polished center finish, a 5x4.75-inch bolt pattern, 5.3-inch backspace (33mm offset), and a medium pad height. Handcrafted in Kansas City, MO, USA, this wheel brings race-proven technology to the street in a versatile, multi-application package.

Built using a 3-piece welded construction, the S71 combines a forged billet aluminum center with cold-forged rim shells, delivering an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio without sacrificing durability. The classic 5-spoke star design is unmistakably WELD and looks at home on everything from muscle cars to modern performance vehicles.

Key Features:

• Size: 17-inch diameter x 7-inch width
• Bolt Pattern: 5x4.75 in. (5x120.65mm)
• Backspace: 5.3 in.
• Offset: +33mm
• Pad Height: Medium — designed for high-performance factory brake systems and many aftermarket brake setups
• Finish: Polished center with polished shell
• Construction: 3-piece forged aluminum — forged billet center, cold-forged rim shells, welded assembly
• Lug Nut Requirement: Conical lug nuts required (17-inch diameter)
• Includes: Center cap and valve stem
• Manufactured in Kansas City, MO, USA
• Meets SAE J2530 Aftermarket Wheel (Street) Standards

The medium pad height accommodates the high-performance factory brake systems introduced on Corvettes in 1965 and common across performance vehicles from the late 1980s onward, as well as a wide range of aftermarket brake systems. Whether building a dedicated drag car or a high-performance street machine, the S71 delivers the strength, style, and versatility WELD Racing is known for.