Ford Focus Mk3 Spare Wheel Steel R16 Tyre 125/90 Hankook AM51BA-14041

The Ford Focus Mk3 Steel Spare Wheel R16 Tire 125/90 Hankook is a practical, factory-designed emergency solution intended for safe travel after damage to the primary tires. The steel rim with a narrow space-saver tire helps reduce the set's weight while ensuring stable vehicle handling in emergency situations.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: AM51BA-14041
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: AM51BA-14041
• Substitutable numbers: AM51BA-14041, AM51BA14041, AM51BA
• Rim diameter: 16"
• Rim width: 4
• Offset (ET): 25
• Hole diameter: 108
• Number of holes: 5
• Rim material: Steel
• Tire width: 125
• Category: Rims

Technical Characteristics of the R16 Steel Rim

The spare wheel is based on a steel rim, which translates to resistance against typical operational damage and easier potential repair compared to alloy wheels. The rim's design is selected for proper seating on the hub, maintaining the correct bolt pattern and number of mounting holes, as well as correct clearance from the wheel arch due to the chosen offset. Such parameters are crucial for maintaining correct suspension geometry and predictable vehicle behavior during emergency driving.

The narrow space-saver tire with a specified width is chosen to allow safe travel to a service center at a limited speed, while not taking up too much space in the trunk. The use of Hankook tires ensures consistent quality of the tread and carcass construction, which is important for long-term storage of the spare wheel in the vehicle.

Purpose and Fitment for Ford Focus Mk3

The R16 spare wheel with a 125/90 Hankook tire has been prepared as a component compliant with the requirements of the third-generation Ford Focus platform. The applied rim parameters – diameter, width, bolt pattern and number of holes, as well as offset – are adapted to the factory design specifications of this model. This allows the wheel to be used as an emergency spare without interfering with suspension or braking system components.

The selection of a steel rim with appropriate geometry allows for:

• maintaining proper wheel seating relative to the hub and wheel arch,
• preserving predictable vehicle behavior during emergency driving,
• compatibility with factory bolts or nuts intended for this model.

Hankook 125/90 Space-Saver Tire – Function and Benefits

The Hankook space-saver tire with a specified width is designed as a temporary solution to enable safe travel to a service point after a puncture or damage to the main wheel. The narrow profile and appropriate carcass construction help reduce the set's weight, which is important for the vehicle's overall mass and the space it occupies in the trunk.

Key benefits of this configuration include:

• reduced weight of the spare wheel, making it easier to install on the road,
• compact dimensions, allowing the wheel to fit easily into the trunk recess,
• predictable behavior on dry surfaces when adhering to recommended speed limits and driving style.

Condition, Origin, and Practical Application

The presented spare wheel belongs to the group of original Ford rims in the wheels category, meaning it was designed according to the vehicle manufacturer's factory standards. The used nature of the component makes it an economical solution for drivers who want to equip their Ford Focus Mk3 with a full-fledged space-saver wheel instead of a repair kit.

In everyday use, such a set is particularly useful for drivers covering longer distances, where access to service may be limited. Having a complete spare wheel allows for:

• quick replacement of a damaged wheel without the need to wait for roadside assistance,
• maintaining vehicle mobility even with more serious damage to the main tire,
• reducing the risk of further damage to the rim or tire resulting from driving on low pressure.

Ford Wheels – Selection and Technical Knowledge

If you are looking for other solutions in the Ford wheels category, adapted for various models of this brand, check out the Ford wheels available in our store to select a configuration that meets your technical and stylistic requirements.

When planning to purchase or refurbish rims, it is worth expanding your knowledge on parameter selection, repair processes, and the cost-effectiveness of purchasing items from the secondary market. The guide article Used Wheels Like New: A Guide to Buying and Refurbishing Alloy Wheels will be helpful, discussing key technical and operational aspects related to wheels, which are also useful when assessing the condition of steel rims.