31-inch daily and trail
- Front and rear
- 15 × 8 inch, ET-19 · 31x10.50 R15
An owner-reported stock-suspension combination. Check full steering lock and compression; tyre coverage depends on the flares.
1997–2006 · SUV
Jeep Wrangler TJ / LJ wheel fitment
TJ and long-wheelbase LJ owners commonly keep small wheels and fit taller tyres for trail use. Backspacing, suspension travel and arch clearance matter more than wheel diameter alone.
5x114.3 bolt pattern · 71.5 mm centre bore · Stock wheels: 15 × 7, 15 × 8, 16 × 8 inch · Stock tyres: 215/75 R15, 30x9.50 R15, 245/75 R16
Updated 2026-10-04 · Medium source confidence. Check your exact trim and market. How we check specs
Quick specs
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Bolt pattern | |
| Stock tyre sizes | |
| Centre bore | 71.5 mm |
| Fastener and thread | Wheel nut, 1/2"-20 UNF |
| Tightening torque | Confirm in your handbook |
Stock wheels and tyres
Factory options vary by trim and market. Match your car to the row below and check its tyre placard before using it as a baseline.
| Trim | Axle | Wheel | Tyre |
|---|---|---|---|
| SE / Sport / X, 15-inch steel or alloy option | Front and rear | 15 × 7 inch, ET31.75 | 215/75 R15 |
| Sahara / optional 30-inch tyre package | Front and rear | 15 × 8 inch, ET25.4 | 30x9.50 R15 |
| Rubicon / Unlimited Rubicon | Front and rear | 16 × 8 inch, ET12.7 | 245/75 R16 |
Explained in our guides
Read these before choosing wheels for the Wrangler: they explain the offset, fitment and hub numbers in this guide.
- Wheel offset explained: choosing ET without guessingUnderstand positive and negative wheel offset, calculate inner clearance and outer position, and choose an ET using measurements from your own car.
- Lifted truck wheel fitment: backspacing, 33s, 35s and trimmingPlan larger truck tyres around lift-kit requirements, backspacing, steering and articulation. Compare 33 and 35 inch tyres without assuming a lift guarantees clearance.
- Hub-centric vs lug-centric wheels: choosing hub ringsLearn what hub rings do, how to specify their inner and outer diameters, and why centring, wheel seats and vibration need separate checks.
Popular community setups
Starting points for a build. Read the notes with each setup, especially if your car is lowered or has different brakes.
33-inch lifted trail
- Front and rear
- 15 × 8 inch, ET-19 · 33x12.50 R15
A common 3.75-inch-backspacing wheel combination. Needs lift and suitable bump stops; owners still report contact at full steering lock.
Width and offset guidance
Offset range
Check the exact setup
There is no confirmed range for this car yet. Compare a known wheel with your proposed size and measure both sides.
Common width limit
Measure before ordering
A maximum width has not been confirmed. Tyre shape, ride height and alignment all change the available space.
These figures belong to the setups described here. Combining the widest wheel with either end of the offset range does not guarantee a safe fit. For how ET moves the wheel in and out, read wheel offset explained; for how far the tyre can sit out, see flush, poke and tucked fitment.
Clearance notes
- TJ/LJ wheels are 5x114.3; JK and JL wheels are 5x127 and do not bolt straight on.
- Torque is omitted as a single number because the TJ service manual specifies 115–156 Nm. This takes precedence over generic retailer charts giving lower values for half-inch studs.
- Factory wheel designs have different offsets. Check the casting rather than assuming every 15-inch TJ wheel is the same.
- A lift does not remove the need to check tyre clearance at full suspension compression.
- Check full steering lock and suspension travel with the car loaded. Match wheel load rating, tyre load and speed ratings, fastener seats and brake clearance.
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Run the numbers
These tools start with the SE / Sport / X, 15-inch steel or alloy option front size. Choose your own trim or axle in the calculator if it differs.
Questions
What is the TJ Wrangler bolt pattern?
5x114.3, also called 5x4.5 inches, with a 71.5 mm centre bore.
Can I put JK wheels straight onto a TJ?
No. JK wheels use 5x127 rather than the TJ's 5x114.3.
Can a TJ Rubicon use 15-inch wheels?
Yes, suitable 15-inch wheels are used on TJ Rubicons. Check the specific wheel's brake clearance and backspacing.
Will 31-inch tyres fit a stock TJ?
Owners run 31x10.50 R15 at standard height, but some report rubbing at full steering lock. Wheel offset and the tyre's actual dimensions affect clearance.
What size tyres does the Jeep Wrangler TJ / LJ have?
Factory tyre (tire) sizes for the 1997–2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ / LJ are 215/75 R15, 30x9.50 R15 and 245/75 R16, depending on trim. Your tyre placard shows the size for your car.
What wheel size does the Jeep Wrangler TJ / LJ use?
Factory wheels are 15 × 7 inch, 15 × 8 inch and 16 × 8 inch, depending on trim. The stock table lists the offset for each.
What is the Jeep Wrangler TJ / LJ centre bore?
71.5 mm. Aftermarket wheels with a larger bore need hub-centric rings sized to it.
Specs checked against
- Quadratec: Jeep patterns, studs and bores
- Jeep factory wheel reference
- TJ service manual
- TJ forum: factory wheel dimensions
- TJ forum: wheel size and brake clearance
- Owner's 31-inch setup
- Owner discussion of 33-inch tyres and backspacing
- TJ forum: torque specification
This guide is a starting point, not a fitment guarantee. Specs can differ by market, trim and previous modifications. Confirm all sizes, clearances and fastener requirements with a qualified wheel and tyre professional before buying or fitting parts.
Related cars
More guides from Jeep or cars with the same bolt pattern. A matching pattern alone does not make a wheel interchangeable.