land rover defender bolt pattern & wheel specs
The land rover Defender (1990–2016) has a 5x165.1 bolt pattern, M16x1.5 lug thread, and 114.3 mm center bore.
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land rover defender wheel bolt pattern & specs
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x165.1 |
|---|---|
| Wheel thread / lug size | M16x1.5 |
| Center bore | 114.3 mm |
| Generation years | 1990–2016 |
| Source | bolt-pattern.com |
What else uses this bolt pattern?
The land rover Defender's 5x165.1 bolt pattern is shared by other vehicles; wheels and adapters made for one may physically bolt to another (center bore and load rating permitting).
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Frequently asked questions
What is the bolt pattern of a land rover Defender?
The land rover Defender has a 5x165.1 bolt pattern with a 114.3 mm center bore. Bolt pattern is consistent across the model generation; confirm against your existing wheel before fitting aftermarket wheels or adapters.
What size lug nuts does the land rover Defender use?
The land rover Defender uses M16x1.5 wheel studs / lug thread. Match this thread size and pitch exactly when replacing lug nuts; an incorrect pitch will cross-thread and fail to torque properly.
What is the center bore of a land rover Defender?
The land rover Defender has a 114.3 mm center bore. Aftermarket wheels with a larger bore need hub-centric rings to sit true; a smaller bore will not fit over the hub.
Last verified 2026-10-07. Bolt-pattern data is generation-level community reference; confirm against your vehicle's wheel before purchase.