2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab Bolt Pattern
Checking fitment for your vehicle? Below you will find the factory bolt pattern (also known as the lug pattern) for the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab, along with offset and center bore data.
| Bolt Pattern (Lug Pattern) | 8x165.1 (8x6.5") |
|---|---|
| Lug Nut / Bolt Size | N 14x1.50 |
| Center Bore (CB) | 116.6 mm |
| Offset (ET) | 12 |
| Torque Specs | 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm) |
2011 Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab — Year-Specific Fitment Context
The 2011 model year is the final year of the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab's 8x165.1 bolt pattern run (since 2007). Wheels from any 2007–2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab are cross-compatible with the 2011 model. Important: starting in 2012, Chevrolet switched to 8x180 — those wheels will not fit the 2011 model. Across its full production run (2007–2013), the Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab has also used: 8x180.
Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab Bolt Pattern by Year
The table below shows how the Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab's wheel specifications have changed over the years. The 2011 model year is highlighted.
Fitment Notes
The 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab has a bolt pattern of 8x165.1.
Imperial Conversion: This bolt pattern is commonly referred to as 8x6.5" in imperial units. When searching for aftermarket wheels, you may see them listed as 8x6.5".
This means it is a 8 lug pattern with a circle diameter of 165.1mm. When shopping for aftermarket wheels, ensure the "lug pattern" or "PCD" matches these numbers.
Year-to-Year Fitment Context
In our dataset, Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab appears from 2007 to 2013 (7 model years).
Across model years, this model appears with 2 bolt patterns (8x165.1, 8x180).
- Observed bolt-pattern variants for this model: 2
- Observed center-bore variants for this model: 2
- Observed lug-size variants for this model: 1
- Observed total offset span across years: 30.0 mm
8x165.1 Pattern Context
This bolt pattern appears on 846 vehicles in our current database and is considered common.
Examples of other vehicles using 8x165.1:
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the bolt pattern for a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab?
The 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab uses a 8x165.1 bolt pattern (also called lug pattern or PCD). The center bore is 116.6mm and the offset is 12mm.
What other years of Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab have the same bolt pattern as the 2011?
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab uses the 8x165.1 pattern from 2007 through 2011. Wheels from any of these model years are dimensionally compatible with the 2011, provided the offset and center bore also match.
Will 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab wheels fit a 2011 model?
No. The 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab switched to a 8x180 bolt pattern, which is not compatible with the 2011 model's 8x165.1. Using mismatched patterns is unsafe.
What lug nut size does the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab use?
The 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab uses N 14x1.50 lug nuts. Always verify the thread pitch and seat type (cone, ball, or flat) match your aftermarket wheels.
What is the PCD for a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab?
PCD stands for Pitch Circle Diameter, which is the same as the bolt pattern. For the 2011 Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab, the PCD is 8x165.1.
What does 12mm offset mean for the 2011 Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab?
An offset of 12mm means the wheel's mounting surface is 12mm away from its centerline. Changing this value drastically can affect suspension geometry and wheel bearing wear on your Chevrolet.
Fitment Checklist Before You Buy Wheels
- Torque lugs in a star pattern to 140 ft-lbs (190 Nm), then re-check torque after 50-100 km (30-60 miles).
- This model has multiple bolt-pattern records across years. Match wheels to exact year/trim before purchase.
Editorial Fitment Notes
Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Extended Cab has multiple wheel-fitment records across generations, so matching exact year and trim is important before ordering wheels.
- Observed production years in our database: 2007-2013 (7 model years).
- Observed bolt-pattern variants: 2 (8x165.1, 8x180).
- Observed total offset span across years: 30.0 mm.
- Observed center-bore variants: 2 | lug-size variants: 1.
Data Quality & Review
Source note: Compiled from manufacturer fitment references, historical wheel data, and internal normalization rules.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-26 | Reviewed by: Bolt Pattern HQ Editorial Team
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