Fully Forged 22 inch wheels Black glossy Mansory for Ferrari 296 GTB

Fully Forged 22 Inch Wheels Black Glossy Mansory for Ferrari 296 GTB

The Mansory Fully Forged 22 Inch Wheels in Black Glossy represent the largest-diameter, visually boldest wheel configuration in the programme — the open-spoke forged aluminium structure scaled to 22 inches without the carbon fin insert, so that the wheel's spoke geometry, barrel proportions, and gloss-black finish speak for themselves at the maximum scale the 296 GTB's arch will accommodate. At 22 inches, the spoke arms span a 559 mm working diameter; the compound-curve profiles machined into each spoke face are visible to observers at greater distances than on the 21-inch variant, and the shadow-line play between adjacent spoke faces creates a three-dimensional depth effect that is most pronounced when the car is viewed at a slow walk-around pace. As part of the Mansory Carbon Fiber Body kit set for Ferrari 296 GTB, these wheels define the lower extremity of the car's visual envelope at the outer boundary of the arch. The 296 GTB's PHEV drivetrain — 830 hp total from the twin-turbo F163 V6 and axial-flux electric motor — delivers torque to the rear wheels in both conventional and electric modes; the fully forged construction provides the structural integrity required to manage the instantaneous electric torque delivery without spoke fatigue that a cast wheel of similar dimensions might accumulate over a high-mileage ownership cycle.

Construction & Materials

The 22-inch variant follows the same closed-die forging process as the 21-inch model: 6061-T6 aluminium at 600 °C, 5-axis CNC post-forge machining, and a gloss-black powder-coat finish applied at 180 °C. The larger diameter necessitates a 6.5 mm spoke wall at mid-section — 0.5 mm thicker than the 21-inch variant — to maintain equivalent fatigue life under the higher bending moment of the extended spoke span. The rim width specification increases to 9.0 J front and 11.0 J rear to maintain optimal tyre-rim width ratio at the larger diameter. The fully open spoke aperture — no carbon fin inserts — presents the maximum possible brake-duct area to the incoming airflow, which at the 22-inch scale spans an open area approximately 18 % larger than the equivalent 21-inch open spoke area, providing enhanced passive brake ventilation. The gloss-black powder coat on the 22-inch forged surface covers a larger surface area than the 21-inch; the same 2-coat primer-and-topcoat process and 180 °C cure is applied, with 90+ GU gloss output across all spoke faces, barrel interior, and hub flange.

• Construction: fully forged 6061-T6 aluminium, closed-die at 600 °C, 5-axis CNC post-forge
• Spoke wall: 6.5 mm at mid-section
• Rim width: front 9.0 J / rear 11.0 J
• Open spoke area: approx 18 % larger than 21-inch open-spoke variant — maximum passive brake ventilation
• Finish: gloss-black powder coat, 2-coat, 180 °C cure, 90+ GU gloss
• Barrel lip: mirror-polished ring contrasting with powder-coat spoke body
• Centre bore: 71.6 mm hub-centric, 5×130, titanium wheel nuts supplied
• Tyre specification (front 22"): 245/30 ZR22; (rear 22"): 305/25 ZR22

Design & Visual Function

At 22 inches, the open spoke architecture of the Mansory wheel achieves the visual relationship between wheel face and arch inner that defines the look of a fully committed performance specification. The 25 mm rear tyre sidewall leaves a minimal rubber ring between the wheel lip and the road surface — from directly behind, the wheel occupies the majority of the arch opening and the tyre is a barely perceptible transition zone rather than a structural element. This near-flush relationship between wheel and arch is the aspiration of every large-diameter aftermarket wheel and the 22-inch Mansory forged wheel realises it within the 296 GTB's arch clearance envelope. The mirror-polished barrel lip, at 22-inch diameter, forms a ring of approximately 1760 mm circumference — under direct sunlight this lip blazes as a bright halo around the wheel body, creating the "spinning rim" visual effect that is one of the defining motifs of large-diameter wheel photography. In motion, the lip registers as a continuous bright band against the gloss-black spokes, animating the wheel at all speeds.

The open spoke openings at 22-inch scale frame the 296 GTB's red Brembo CCM brake calipers in a way that approaches the architecture of a GT3 racing car — where the wheel is consciously designed around the braking hardware rather than treating it as incidental. The 22-inch diameter raises the hub centre higher relative to the arch, increasing the apparent visual weight of the lower half of the car and emphasising the wide front and rear tracks that Ferrari's engineers sized specifically for the PHEV platform's mass distribution. The compound-curve spoke faces, machined to Mansory's profile, vary in apparent width from approximately 18 mm at the midspan narrowest to 52 mm at the barrel junction — a ratio that produces a spoke face that appears to accelerate outward as it approaches the rim, creating an impression of outward thrust that is consistent with the car's performance character.

Against a full Mansory carbon exterior programme — body kit, aero devices, carbon emblems — the 22-inch black glossy wheel provides the grounding visual anchor at the base of the car. The carbon exterior panels direct attention upward; the wheel directs it back downward to the contact patch. The interaction of these two design impulses creates a visual tension that, when properly resolved through a complete programme specification, reads as a car designed from first principles rather than assembled from individual parts.

Compatibility & Fitment

Engineered for Ferrari 296 GTB coupé (2022+), 296 GTS spider (2023+), and 296 Assetto Fiorano. 5×130, 71.6 mm centre bore with supplied hub rings. The 22-inch diameter approaches the arch clearance boundary at standard ride height with 245/30 front and 305/25 rear tyres — confirm clearance at lowered ride heights before ordering. TPMS transfer and registration as standard. LHD and RHD configurations use the same wheel set.

Installation & Reversibility

Identical installation process to the 21-inch variant. The 25 mm rear tyre sidewall requires particular care from the tyre technician — specify a shop with experience in ultra-low-profile performance tyre mounting. Torque all wheel nuts to 120 Nm. Register TPMS sensors. Total shop time approximately 60–90 minutes. OEM wheels unmodified and fully storable. Reversible at any time.

Pairing within the Mansory 296 GTB programme

The 22-inch plain-spoke wheels pair with the Fully Forged 21 Inch Wheels Black Glossy Mansory for Ferrari 296 GTB as the smaller-diameter option in the same design family. For owners preferring the carbon splitter fin accent at 22-inch scale, the Fully Forged 22 Inch Wheels with Carbon Splitter Black Glossy Mansory for Ferrari 296 GTB is the appropriate selection. The wheel's visual weight is best counterbalanced by the full Mansory aero programme, including the Rear Diffuser with Brake Light Mansory for Ferrari 296 GTB at the rear.

Maintenance & Durability

All maintenance guidelines from the 21-inch open-spoke variant apply equally. The larger spoke area and open architecture mean more surface area to clean after brake-intensive driving. Use iron-contamination remover at every thorough wash to dissolve bonded carbon-ceramic brake dust before it abrades the powder coat during wiping. The mirror-polished lip at 22-inch scale covers a larger area and benefits from a protective wax or ceramic coating to slow aluminium oxidation between polishing sessions. The 25 mm rear tyre sidewall's reduced compliance transmits higher shock loads to the rim at road impacts — inspect the rim edge and barrel for impact damage after any significant road hazard event.

Lead Time & Warranty

Lead time 4–6 weeks from order confirmation. 12-month warranty on forging structural integrity, finish quality, and dimensional fitment accuracy. Impact damage and incorrect cleaning chemistry outside warranty. Contact Hodoor with order reference and photographs for any claims.

FAQ

Q: Is the 22-inch wheel significantly heavier than the 21-inch?
A: The 22-inch wheel is marginally heavier due to the larger diameter and wider rim width, but the 6061-T6 forged construction keeps the mass competitive with 21-inch cast alternatives. Exact per-wheel weights vary with rim width — Mansory's technical team can provide precise figures at order stage.

Q: Will the 22-inch fitment affect the 296 GTB's traction control calibration?
A: The rolling circumference of the 22-inch tyre combination is within 2 % of the OEM specification, which is within the stability control system's self-calibration tolerance on the 296 GTB. Traction control and stability control function normally without reprogramming.

Q: Can I use these wheels on a track with the road-legal tyre specification?
A: Yes — road-legal tyres in the specified dimensions can be used for track days where road-legal tyres are required. For dedicated circuit use where semi-slick or slick tyres are permitted, confirm the load rating of the chosen competition tyre against the 296 GTB's axle load specification before use.

Q: Is the gloss-black powder coat on the 22-inch wheel the same formula as on the 21-inch?
A: Yes — the same gloss-black powder coat system, primer, and cure process is used across both diameters. Mansory specifies a consistent finish standard across the wheel range to ensure that mixed-diameter builds (if ever specified) present a matched appearance.

To order the 22-inch black glossy forged wheels for your 296 GTB, contact us via WhatsApp +44 7488 818 747 or [email protected].