What does a bolt pattern like 5x114.3 mean?

The first number is the lug count (five lug holes). The second is the pitch circle diameter (PCD) — the diameter of the circle that passes through the center of each lug hole — in millimeters. 5x114.3 is the same pattern often written as 5x4.5″.

Can I run a wheel with a different PCD?

No. Lug count and PCD must match the hub. Adapters exist for some conversions, but they change offset, load path, and legality — this tool checks direct bolt-on compatibility only.

What is hub bore vs center bore?

Hub bore is the raised pilot on the vehicle hub. Center bore (CB) is the hole in the wheel that slips over that pilot. For a hub-centric fit, wheel CB must be equal to or larger than the hub bore; if CB is larger, the wheel still centers on the hub. If CB is smaller, the wheel will not seat without machining or a different wheel.

When do I need hub-centric rings?

When the wheel center bore is larger than the hub pilot, thin rings fill the gap so the wheel centers on the hub instead of hanging on the lug studs alone. If CB is smaller than the hub, rings cannot help — the wheel will not clear the pilot.

Are inch and mm bolt patterns interchangeable?

Some patterns are dual-labeled (5x114.3 mm = 5x4.5″, 5x127 = 5x5″, 6x139.7 = 6x5.5″). Always confirm the millimeter PCD stamped on the wheel or in the OEM chart; aftermarket catalogs usually list mm.

Bolt Pattern Finder

Check whether a wheel’s lug pattern and center bore fit the vehicle hub — PCD in mm, with optional inch equivalents.

Compare hub and wheel bolt patterns — lug count, PCD, and bore for hub-centric fit.

Common patterns

Quick-pick fills lug count + PCD (mm). Bore stays as entered.

Vehicle hub

5×114.3

Lug count

PCD (mm)

Hub bore (mm)

Wheel

5×114.3

Lug count

PCD (mm)

Center bore (mm)

Alignment bay · bolt circle

Hub vs wheel lug pattern

Aligned

Compatibility

Exact bolt pattern match

5×114.3 fits the hub on lug count and PCD. Center bore 73.1 mm is larger than hub 67.1 mm — use hub-centric rings (or run lug-centric).

Hub
5×114.3
Bore 67.1 mm
Wheel
5×114.3
CB 73.1 mm

Lugs match
PCD match
Needs hub rings

Wheel bolt pattern compatibility

Bolt pattern = lug count × PCD (pitch circle diameter) — e.g. 5×114.3 mm (5×4.5″).
Both sides must match on lug count and PCD for a direct bolt-on.
Wheel CB must be ≥ hub bore to clear the pilot; larger CB needs hub-centric rings; smaller CB will not fit.

Before you buy aftermarket wheels, confirm the bolt pattern matches the hub. This free bolt pattern finder compares vehicle lug count and PCD against the wheel, then checks hub bore versus center bore so you know whether the wheel is hub-centric or needs rings.

Enter the hub from the OEM chart or a careful measurement across the stud circle, then enter the wheel stamp (or tap a common pattern chip). The alignment-bay view overlays both bolt circles so mismatches are obvious at a glance.

Pattern match is only part of fitment — also check offset, width, and brake clearance with the wheel offset and tire size tools before you order.

How to use the bolt pattern finder

Enter the vehicle hub. Set lug count, PCD (mm), and hub bore from the OEM chart, door sticker, or a measurement across the stud circle.
Enter the wheel. Use the wheel’s stamped bolt pattern and center bore — or tap a common pattern chip to fill the fields.
Read the verdict. Exact match means the wheel bolts on. Lug or PCD mismatches will not. Check the hub-bore note for hub-centric fit or ring needs.

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