Used Wheel Rims

Used Wheel Rims by Size: Finding the Right Dimension for Your Equipment

On construction equipment, the wheel rim is defined by its diameter (measured in inches) and rim width, which must precisely match the tire specifications and the machine's hub. The most common sizes in the French construction fleet range from 12 to 16 inches on compactors and mini-machines up to large rims of 25 to 35 inches on heavy-duty loaders and dump trucks. A wheeled excavator Komatsu PW160 or a loader Volvo L120E don’t use the same dimensions: it’s essential to know the exact rim size fitted on your machine or provide the model and serial number to our advisors for the compatible part identification.

A rim's manufacturer reference includes the diameter in inches, rim width, number of bolt holes, and bolt circle diameter. Codimatra catalogs used wheel rims with these key technical features to enable error-free ordering. This information is generally found on the side of the existing rim or in your equipment’s manufacturer manual.

Used Aluminum Rims: Steel or Aluminium for Construction Equipment?

• Most wheel rims on construction equipment are made of steel for their toughness against terrain impacts, rock chips, and torsional stresses during loaded maneuvers.
• Aluminum rims are found on some light handling machines, certain compact loaders, and road compaction equipment where unsprung weight reduction is a design priority.
• On backhoe loaders ( Case 580, JCB 3CX...) and high-capacity wheeled loaders, steel rims are the manufacturer standard. Always verify original specifications before ordering a used aluminum rim.
• Replacing a steel rim with an aluminum rim on equipment not designed for it can lead to structural strength issues and reduced durability.
• Codimatra mainly stocks used steel rims for the construction sector but can advise on aluminum rims depending on available models in stock.

What Is the Average Price for a Used Wheel Rim for Construction Equipment?

The price of a used wheel rim for construction machinery varies considerably depending on machine tonnage, rim size, and brand. For a wheeled excavator or a 10 to 20-ton class loader, a quality-checked used rim is significantly less expensive than a brand-new replacement, representing a notable economic benefit for parts regularly exposed to wear on site. For large loaders of 30 to 50 tons ( Volvo L120E, Komatsu WA470...), rims sized 25 to 29.5 inches are costly when new: verified used rims are particularly worthwhile in this case. Contact Codimatra with your equipment's specifications to receive a precise quote for the rim matching your model and size.

Wheel Rims for Volvo, Komatsu, Case, and Other Construction Brands

• Volvo L120E, L45G: among the most common wheeled loaders in the French construction fleet. Heavy-duty steel rims available depending on year and size fitted.
• Case WX150: Case wheeled excavator with rims featuring specific mounts according to version. Provide the serial number to identify the manufacturer’s reference.
• Komatsu PW160 and PW series: Komatsu wheeled excavators with frequently requested used rim parts.
• JCB , Caterpillar, Liebherr, Hyundai, Mecalac , Poclain: Codimatra stocks used rims for key construction brands, sourced from carefully selected machines dismantled in our workshop.
• For each inquiry, specify the exact model and fitted rim size (marked on the rim side) to avoid any error regarding diameter, width, or bolt pattern.

What Is the Lifespan of a Wheel Rim on Construction Equipment?

The lifespan of a wheel rim on construction equipment mainly depends on site conditions and machine usage intensity. In rocky terrain or under intense loading cycles, rims undergo repeated impacts that may cause cracks, warping, or spoke deformation. Under normal use, a well-maintained steel rim can last several years without replacement, even the lifetime of the machine if free from major impacts. Replacement is necessary as soon as a rim shows visible cracks, structural deformation, or advanced corrosion around bolt holes: a damaged rim can compromise the tire’s airtight seal and the machine’s safety under load, especially during road transport.

Codimatra’s Selection: Quality Checks before Delivery

• Geometric Inspection: each used rim undergoes a thorough check to detect any warping or deformation of the rim’s side or base that could affect tire mounting or wheel balancing.
• Bolt Hole Inspection: thread condition and absence of radial cracks at mounting points, a common origin of failures in rims subjected to torsion.
• Rim Seating and Bead Inspection: assessment of the bead seat area to ensure an airtight seal once the tire is mounted.
• Complete Cataloging: diameter, width, number of bolt holes, and bolt circle diameter are recorded for each part to facilitate compatibility checks with your machine before shipment.
• Traceability: each rim comes from a identified machine, entered into the workshop after a comprehensive evaluation prior to dismantling.

Complete Your Supply

• Used Tires for Construction Equipment: tires of all sizes suitable for loaders, wheeled excavators, and backhoe loaders, available in stock at Codimatra.
• Used JCB Rims: selection of used rims for JCB backhoe loaders and loaders, inspected in our workshop.
• Used Komatsu Spare Parts: comprehensive catalog of Komatsu construction parts available in stock.
• Used Volvo Construction Spare Parts: used parts for Volvo loaders and wheeled excavators.