ICON Alloys Recon SLX 18x9 6x5.5 +40mm Gloss Black Wheel

The ICON Alloys Recon SLX is an 18x9 aluminum alloy wheel in a 6x5.5 bolt pattern with a +40mm offset and 6.6-inch backspace, rated at 3,200 lbs load capacity. Its concave 16-spoke design and smooth, boltless lip are engineered to clear large brake calipers and optimize wheel position for full suspension travel and steering function. This listing is for the Gloss Black finish; the Recon SLX is also available in Satin Black and Charcoal.

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Engineered Dimensions, Not Just Styling

The Recon SLX's +40mm offset and 6.6-inch backspace were developed specifically to reduce scrub radius (the geometric relationship between the steering axis and the tire contact patch). A tighter scrub radius means less steering kickback over rough terrain and more predictable handling on-road. These are not generic fitment numbers; they reflect application-specific geometry work aimed at trucks and SUVs running ICON Vehicle Dynamics suspension.

Caliper Clearance Built In

The concave spoke profile and smooth lip geometry are shaped to maximize clearance around large brake calipers, which is a real constraint on lifted trucks running upgraded brakes or larger rotors. Getting this clearance wrong means rubbing or contact under flex; the Recon SLX's spoke layout addresses it at the design stage rather than leaving it to chance at the tire shop.

Aluminum Construction at a Rated Load

The Recon SLX is cast from aluminum alloy and carries a 3,200 lb load rating. Aluminum reduces unsprung and rotating mass compared to steel, which improves suspension response and reduces the rotational inertia the drivetrain works against. The ICON Alloys embossed center cap and boltless lip keep the face clean without exposed hardware.

Features

• Concave 16-spoke design: smooth, boltless lip with ICON Alloys embossed center cap
• Application-specific offset and backspace: +40mm offset, 6.6-inch backspace engineered to reduce scrub radius
• Caliper clearance geometry: spoke profile shaped to clear large brake calipers without contact
• Aluminum alloy construction: reduces unsprung and rotating mass for improved suspension response
• 3,200 lb load rating: rated for off-road use

Specifications

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Who This Is For and Isn't

The Recon SLX in this listing suits trucks and SUVs with a 6x5.5 bolt pattern where an 18x9 wheel with a +40mm offset and 6.6-inch backspace is the correct fitment, particularly builds running ICON Vehicle Dynamics suspension where the offset geometry was developed to work together.

This wheel does not fit vehicles with a different bolt pattern, and the +40mm offset and 6.6-inch backspace are not universal. Confirm these figures against your specific vehicle's requirements before ordering. Professional mounting and balancing of an appropriately sized tire is recommended before installation.

Common Questions

What bolt pattern does the Recon SLX 18x9 use?

The ICON Alloys Recon SLX in this listing uses a 6x5.5 bolt pattern. This is a common pattern on full-size trucks and SUVs. Confirm your vehicle's bolt pattern before ordering, as the Recon SLX is available in other configurations for different applications.

What is the load rating on this wheel?

The ICON Alloys Recon SLX carries a 3,200 lb load rating per wheel. This rating reflects the aluminum alloy construction and is suited for off-road use on trucks and SUVs within that load range.

Why does offset and backspace matter when choosing a wheel?

Offset and backspace determine how far the wheel sits inboard or outboard of the hub. On the Recon SLX, the +40mm offset and 6.6-inch backspace were developed to reduce scrub radius and optimize wheel position for suspension travel and steering function. Using the wrong offset for your vehicle can cause rubbing, handling changes, or contact with suspension components.

Does the Recon SLX include a center cap?

The ICON Alloys Recon SLX features an ICON Alloys embossed center cap as part of its design. Whether additional caps or hardware ship in the box with this wheel is not confirmed in the available product data; contact TerrainVault before ordering if this detail is important to your purchase.

Is professional installation required?

ICON Alloys recommends professional mounting and balancing of an appropriately sized tire before the Recon SLX is installed on a vehicle. Confirm that the offset, backspace, and bolt pattern match your vehicle's requirements before mounting.