new argo 1 3/8" axle, offset aluminum wheels

[Buzz]

Does anyone know what the offset is on these new aluminum beadlock wheels and also whether or not the new 1 3/8" axles are the same length as the standard 1.25" HD axles? I looked at the new splined axles/sprockets and wheels the other day and didn't even think about it until after I had left. I understand when reversed they offer clearance to run tracks, and I'm assuming it's the same clearance as the older style with 2.5" spacers added.

I am guessing argo split the difference (for example 1.25" added axle length and 1.25" wheel offset) to keep tire-to-tub clearances for non-reversed position the same as 1 1/4" axles w/o wheel spacers, and reversed-position the same as 1 1/4" axles with 2.5" spacers added?

[red-bird-dog]

The new axles are 1-1/4" longer and then the rim will have the offset by about the same, so no more wheel spacers. Its smooth and a nice set up

[teddybear894]

I've been told that the new 1 3/8" axles are a bit shorter than the original 1 1/4" axles. If you were to put the new aluminum beadlock rims on the original axles, the tires would stick out about 1-1.5" wider on each side. No 1 3/8" new axles available on 6x6 machines at this time. Maybe next year, special 50th anniversary model?

[Sparx]

Can anyone confirm wether the bolt patterns were changed or not? I was told they were and that was the main reason they would not work on the older machines primarily? I am building a new 700HD since mine got burned down in the Alberta Wildfire in Fort McMurray and would really like to run these in the end. I may have to go with Douglas Wheels, in the end anyways I would prefer a steel rim over an aluminum one with beadlock anyhow. I have had too many aluminum rims blow apart from rocks wedged in between the rim and hub. Steel simply dents or gouges the rim.

[philipatmaxfour]

Does anyone know what the offset is on these new aluminum beadlock wheels and also whether or not the new 1 3/8" axles are the same length as the standard 1.25" HD axles? I looked at the new splined axles/sprockets and wheels the other day and didn't even think about it until after I had left. I understand when reversed they offer clearance to run tracks, and I'm assuming it's the same clearance as the older style with 2.5" spacers added.

I am guessing argo split the difference (for example 1.25" added axle length and 1.25" wheel offset) to keep tire-to-tub clearances for non-reversed position the same as 1 1/4" axles w/o wheel spacers, and reversed-position the same as 1 1/4" axles with 2.5" spacers added?

Well Buzz if you read the reply from R.B.Dog and Mr. T Bear it becomes clear as mud but I would put a few bucks on your assumption.