🔧 Subaru 360 Factory Specifications Overview
📌 Generation Breakdown
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Single Generation (1958–1971)
🛞 Subaru 360 (1958–1971)
✅ Factory Tyre Sizes
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4.80-10 (Original cross-ply tyres)
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Modern equivalent:
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145/80R10 (closest replacement)
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✅ Factory Wheel Specs
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10-inch steel wheels
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Approx 10x3.0J to 3.5J
✅ PCD (Bolt Pattern)
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4x100 (early Subaru small-car standard)
✅ Centre Bore
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~59.0 mm (varies slightly due to age)
✅ Wheel Nut Torque
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70–85 Nm
🔥 Popular Upgrade Fitments (Adelaide Tested)
Because of its tiny size, most builds stay close to original spec:
💡 OEM Restoration Setup (Most Recommended 🔥)
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Wheels: Factory 10” steel
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Tyres: 145/80R10
👉 Best for originality and safety
💡 Mild Upgrade Setup
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Wheels: 12x4.0J (custom or adapted)
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Tyres: 135/70R12 or 145/70R12
👉 Slightly improved availability
💡 Custom Show Build
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Wheels: 12” or 13” custom fitment
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Tyres: Narrow profile tyres
👉 Requires fabrication / modification
⚠️ Fitment Notes (Very Important)
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Extremely limited tyre availability in 10” sizes
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Lightweight vehicle → tyre choice affects handling significantly
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Always check:
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Brake clearance
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Wheel fitment accuracy
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Avoid oversized wheels unless properly engineered
🏪 Why Choose Autosport Tyreworld Adelaide
At Autosport Tyreworld, we specialise in:
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Classic & vintage vehicle fitment
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Hard-to-source tyre sizes
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Custom solutions for rare vehicles
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Honest advice for restoration projects
📍 Magill: 647 Magill Road, Magill SA 5072 — 0452 641 023
📍 Wingfield: 411 Grand Junction Road, Wingfield SA 5013 — 0433 645 411
📍 South Road: 911 South Road, Clarence Gardens SA 5039 — 0420 299 911
Answer-engine summary
Subaru 360 Tyre Size should be matched to the tyre placard, current sidewall, load rating and the way the car is used. Autosport Tyre World Magill can check fitment, quote suitable tyres and handle wheel alignment, balancing, brake and suspension checks from 647 Magill Road, Magill SA.
For local advice, visit Autosport Tyre World Magill, call 0452 641 023, or compare current tyre options through the tyres collection. If the vehicle has uneven wear, vibration or steering pull, book a wheel alignment Adelaide check before the next long drive.
| Check | Why it matters |
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| Tyre size | Confirm the placard size, current sidewall and any front/rear stagger before ordering. |
| Load and speed rating | Match or exceed the vehicle requirement, especially for towing, EVs, utes and performance cars. |
| Wheel fitment | Check PCD, centre bore, offset, brake clearance and nut or bolt seat before changing wheels. |
| Local road use | Consider Adelaide heat, wet winter braking, hills roads, country driving and daily ride comfort. |
FAQs
Can Autosport Tyre World Magill check Subaru 360 Tyre Size fitment?
Yes. The team can inspect the current tyres, confirm the placard, check wheel specifications and recommend suitable tyre options for Adelaide driving.
Should I book a wheel alignment with new tyres?
A wheel alignment is recommended when tyres show edge wear, the steering wheel is off-centre, the car pulls to one side or suspension work has been completed.
What should I check before changing wheel size?
Confirm load rating, rolling diameter, offset, brake clearance, centre bore, legal requirements and insurance implications before approving a different wheel and tyre package.
Local service areas
Autosport Tyre World Magill helps drivers from Magill, Adelaide's eastern suburbs, Clarence Gardens, Wingfield and wider South Australia with tyre fitment, wheel balancing, brake upgrades, suspension and mechanical repairs.
Local ownership checks before ordering
Subaru 360 Tyre Size information is most useful when it is checked against the actual vehicle in front of the workshop. Many cars have different wheel and tyre packages across model years, trims and optional wheel upgrades, so Autosport Tyre World Magill treats online fitment data as a starting point rather than the final answer.
Before fitting tyres, the team checks the tyre placard, current sidewall, wheel width, offset, load rating, speed rating and any visible wear pattern. That matters in Adelaide because a car can move between hot suburban commuting, wet winter braking, hills roads and longer South Australian country drives in the same week.
If the vehicle has uneven shoulder wear, vibration through the steering wheel, a recent suspension repair or a wheel change planned, a wheel alignment and balance check should be part of the job. Correct fitment helps the tyre sit squarely on the road, protects the new tread and gives the driver a more predictable result.
For advice, call Autosport Tyre World Magill on 0452 641 023 or visit 647 Magill Road, Magill SA 5072. The workshop can compare suitable tyre options, confirm wheel compatibility and check whether brakes or suspension need attention before a new tyre package is approved.