🏁 Porsche 911 R (991 R) Tyre Size, Wheel Specs, PCD, Centre Bore & Torque Guide

🔧 Vehicle Overview

The Porsche 911 R (991) is a highly sought-after, limited-production model combining GT3 RS engineering with a manual gearbox and lightweight construction. Designed for pure driving engagement, the 911 R uses GT3 RS chassis and tyre setup, making tyre selection critical for maintaining its precision handling.

📊 Factory Wheel & Fitment Specifications

🔩 Core Fitment Data (911 R – 991)

• Bolt Pattern (PCD): 5×130

• Centre Bore: 71.6 mm

• Wheel Bolt Thread: M14 × 1.5

• Wheel Nut Torque (5-stud): 160 Nm

⚠️ Most 911 R models are equipped with centre-lock wheels
→ Requires special Porsche torque tool

🛞 Factory Wheel Sizes & Offsets

🔹 Porsche 911 R (991)

📌 Same wheel setup as 991 GT3 RS

📏 Factory Tyre Sizes

🔹 OEM Tyre Setup

• Front: 245/35R20

• Rear: 305/30R20

📌 Designed for maximum grip and driver feedback

⚙️ Recommended Tyres (Australia)

🏁 Track-Focused (Factory Style)

• Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 (N-rated)

✔ Maximum dry grip
✔ Original equipment style

🔥 Street + Performance (Recommended)

• Michelin Pilot Sport 4S

• Continental SportContact 7

✔ Better wet grip
✔ More usable on road

🔇 Comfort Option (Limited Use)

• Continental MaxContact MC7 (rare for 911 R owners)
  ✔ Lower noise
  ✔ Improved ride comfort

⚙️ Aftermarket Upgrade Guide

✔ OEM+ Setup (Recommended)

• 245/35R20 + 305/30R20
  ✔ Maintains factory handling

✔ Street Setup

• PS4S / SportContact 7
  ✔ Best for road driving

✔ Track Setup

• Cup 2
  ✔ Maximum performance

⚠️ Critical Fitment Notes

• 911 R is rear-wheel drive (RWD)

• Staggered setup = NO front-to-rear rotation

✔ Track tyres require:

• Warm-up before aggressive driving

• Proper tyre pressure management

❌ Incorrect tyres will:

• Reduce handling precision

• Affect braking performance

✔ Always recommend N-rated tyres

🛠️ Torque & Installation Guide

🔧 5-Stud Wheels

• Torque: 160 Nm

🔧 Centre-Lock Wheels (Most 911 R Models)

• Requires special Porsche tool

• Torque significantly higher (manufacturer-specific)

✔ Re-torque after 50–100 km

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At Autosport Tyreworld, we specialise in rare and performance Porsche models:

✔ GT3 RS & 911 R tyre expertise
✔ Porsche-approved tyre options
✔ Premium brands: Michelin, Continental, Pirelli
✔ Precision balancing & performance alignment

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