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What is the bolt pattern on a Chevy 1500?

The bolt pattern for a Chevy 1500 is most commonly a 6-lug configuration on a 5.5-inch circle (6x139.7 mm). This pattern fits the Silverado/Sierra 1500 across most generations, though there are exceptions based on year and trim. Always verify your specific vehicle before purchasing wheels or adapters.


Overview of the bolt pattern


Understanding lug patterns helps ensure wheels fit correctly. For the Chevy 1500, the standard is a six-bolt arrangement on a circle that measures 139.7 mm in diameter (5.5 inches). This specification, together with factors like center bore and offset, determines whether a wheel will seat properly and clear brake components.


Common configuration for the Chevy 1500


The Chevy 1500 family predominantly uses a 6-lug bolt circle. The pattern below covers the typical setup you are most likely to encounter on late-1990s through today’s Silverado/Sierra 1500 pickups.



  • 6x139.7 mm bolt pattern (6 on 5.5 inches) — the default for most Silverado/Sierra 1500 trucks across multiple generations.

  • Note: 2500/3500 HD variants use different lug patterns (often 8-lug), so be sure not to confuse the two when shopping.


In practice, this means if you are upgrading wheels or buying adapters specifically for a 1500, the 6x139.7 pattern will cover most models, while the 2500/3500 HD requires a different pattern.


How to verify your bolt pattern


To ensure a correct fit, confirm the lug pattern on your particular truck before purchasing wheels or adapters.



  1. Check the owner's manual or the wheel specification sticker located on the driver’s door jamb or in the glove box for the bolt pattern and center bore information.

  2. If the manual or sticker isn’t available, measure the lug pattern directly: count the number of bolts (usually 6 for the 1500) and measure the circle diameter through the center of the lug holes.

  3. Verify the center bore and wheel offset to ensure the wheel seats correctly on the hub and clears brake components.


Following these steps will reduce the risk of ordering wheels that don’t fit or rub on suspension components.


Summary


The Chevy 1500 typically uses a 6-lug bolt pattern on a 5.5-inch bolt circle (6x139.7 mm). This applies to most Silverado/Sierra 1500 models through recent years. Always verify your exact configuration using the vehicle information or a measurement to ensure wheel compatibility, especially if you are considering aftermarket wheels or adapters. If you’re shopping, consult your local dealer or a trusted wheel retailer for confirmation.

What is the bolt pattern on a 2000 Chevy 1500?


Silverado 1500 (1999–2025): 6×139.7 mm.



What is the bolt pattern on a 2011 Chevy 1500?


Finance your Chevrolet Wheels

YEARMAKECOMMENTS
2011Chevrolet6 lug 5.5 inch or 139.7 mm Medium Offset
2012Chevrolet6 lug 5.5 inch or 139.7 mm Medium Offset
2013Chevrolet6 lug 5.5 inch or 139.7 mm Medium Offset
2013Chevrolet6 lug 5.5 inch or 139.7 mm Medium Offset



What is the bolt pattern on a 2016 Chevy 1500?


6x139.7 mm



What is the bolt pattern on a Chevy 1500 6 lug?


Again, the most common Chevy 6-lug measurements are the 6×5.5-inch pattern. This Chevy wheel bolt pattern has been the Chevy Silverado lug pattern for 1500 4×4 pickup trucks since the 1960s.


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