On a mid-engine sports car with rear-biased weight distribution, the rear wheels carry the majority of the mechanical load. They transmit power, manage traction, absorb braking forces, and cope with the heat that comes from all three. The Porsche 911 992 makes this equation even more demanding with up to 640 hp in Turbo S form, available all-wheel drive, and rear-axle steering that changes the rear wheels' slip angle in real time. Any wheel fitted to this car needs to be strong, light, and precisely engineered. Cast alloys are a compromise. Forged monoblocks are the correct answer.
The B-te Noire Ver1.5 uses ten spokes arranged in a deep-concave profile that suits the 992's wide rear haunches. The spokes are thin enough to expose the brake hardware behind them -- important on a car whose ceramic composite brakes are a visual feature as much as a functional one. The concavity creates depth that makes the wheel look like it sits further inside the arch, giving the 911 a wider, more planted stance without changing any suspension geometry. In satin black, the Ver1.5 disappears into the 992's aggressive rear quarter. In polished aluminium, it becomes a focal point.
| Bolt pattern | 5x130 |
| Recommended diameter | 20" front / 21" rear (staggered) |
| Width range | 9J front / 12J rear |
| Offset range | ET50 front / ET55 rear |
| Centre bore | 71.6 mm |
| Material | 6061-T6 forged aluminium |
| Weight | ~30% lighter than equivalent cast wheel |
The staggered setup -- smaller front, wider rear -- mirrors Porsche's factory approach. The 992's rear tyres are significantly wider than the fronts, and the wheel widths above accommodate the correct tyre profiles for both axles. Reducing unsprung mass at all four corners sharpens turn-in, reduces stopping distances, and improves the rear-axle steering system's effectiveness. For the engineering details, our forged vs cast comparison lays it out.
The Ver1.5 comes from Hodoor's AI wheel design service. The algorithm generates concepts tuned to the 992's specific dimensions, brake packages (including PCCB ceramics), and visual proportions. Every design is validated for forged monoblock production before you see it. The design phase is free -- CNC manufacturing begins only after your approval.
Will the Ver1.5 clear the PCCB ceramic brakes on the 992 Turbo S?
Yes. The design accounts for the full PCCB caliper dimensions, including the ten-piston front calipers. Both 20-inch front and 21-inch rear diameters provide adequate clearance. For non-standard brake setups, contact us with your caliper specifications.
Can I run these on a 992 GT3 or GT3 RS?
The bolt pattern and centre bore are shared across all 992 variants. However, GT3 models have different offset requirements due to wider track widths. Email us with your specific model and we will confirm fitment details.
How much weight do these save over the factory wheels?
The 992's factory forged wheels (optional) weigh approximately 10-11 kg each. The Ver1.5 targets comparable or slightly lower weight with a design that is not available from the factory catalogue. If you are replacing the standard cast wheels, expect to save 3-4 kg per corner. Read more in our wheel selection guide.
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