Clip-on Wheel Weights

Full-range steel, zinc and lead clip-on wheel weights — engineered for North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific markets. Fortune Auto Parts delivers OEM-quality wheel balance solutions from a 30-year factory with 150+ brand partnerships worldwide.

Fortune Clip-on Wheel Weights Materials

Choose your material, explore the full size range, and jump straight to the product page that matches your target market. 

Steel Clip-on Wheel Weights

  • ⚠️ The Problem: High-volume tire service chains face shrinking margins and need highly cost-effective balance weights for standard steel rims without sacrificing fitment accuracy.

  • 🛡️ Our Solution: We utilize cold-rolled steel construction to deliver exact dimensional tolerances and consistent balance performance, perfectly cost-optimized for bulk distribution.

  • 📌 Recommended Models: REG and T series (covering 0.25 to 3.00 oz in 12 incremental sizes) for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles.

Zinc Clip-on Wheel Weights

  • ⚠️ The Problem: Uncoated metal weights rapidly rust and degrade in coastal markets or harsh winter regions where heavy road salt accelerates corrosion on alloy rims.

  • 🛡️ Our Solution: We apply an advanced, highly durable zinc coating that drastically extends the service life and maintains a premium, rust-free appearance under extreme weather.

  • 📌 Recommended Models: Premium Zinc-Coated Series, engineered specifically for high-end aftermarket alloy wheel profiles.

Lead Clip-on Wheel Weights

  • ⚠️ The Problem: Installing rigid or hard-metal weights can easily scratch and permanently mar the delicate clear-coat finishes of expensive, late-model alloy wheels.

  • 🛡️ Our Solution: Our ultra-soft lead composition safely grips the rim edge without causing any surface damage, ensuring flawless wheel protection and maximum customer satisfaction.

  • 📌 Recommended Models: Standard Lead Series, strictly tailored for post-1995 North American alloy wheels requiring critical surface care.

Fortune Clip-on Wheel Weights Series Codes

One part number tells the whole story. Each series code corresponds to a specific rim type, vehicle era and regional standard. Match the right series to your target vehicles and never ship the wrong weight again. This is the information your competitors bury in PDF catalogs — we put it front and center.

REG — Regular Clip-on

Fits 13″–17″ Steel Rims (0.25–3.00 oz)

The North American standard for passenger-car steel rims. Twelve sizes from 0.25 to 3.00 oz cover every common fitment from compact cars to full-size sedans. Packaged 25 pieces per box, 20 boxes per case for efficient warehouse handling and inventory management.

MC — North American Alloy Clip-on

North American Alloy Post-1995 (0.25–3.00 oz)

Mercapto-coated zinc protects post-1995 alloy rims from galvanic corrosion and oxidation. The OE-replacement choice for classic North American vehicles including Buick, Chevy, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Mazda, Oldsmobile, Pontiac and Saturn models.

AW — Alloy Wheel Clip-on

North American Alloy Pre-1995 (0.25–3.00 oz)

Soft lead clip-ons specifically designed for pre-1995 alloy wheels. The pliable composition will not scratch or mar delicate rim firenishes, making this the premium aftermarket standard for Acura, Buick, Chevy, Chrysler, Dodge, Infiniti, Isuzu, Lexus, Oldsmobile and Pontiac vehicles.

FN — European/Japanese Clip-on

Metric 5–60 g (FSR / FSTR Series)

Metric 5–60 gram range for European and Japanese OEM fitments. FSR and FSTR profiles are precision-engineered to match Acura, Honda, Infiniti, Lexus, Nissan and Toyota rim geometries with zero-gap installation and reliable retention under all driving conditions.

IAW — Ford/European/Asian Alloy Clip-on

Metric 5–60 g

The universal metric solution for modern alloy rims across Ford, European and Asian brands. One series covers multiple OEM approvals including Audi, BMW, Cadillac, Jaguar, Kia, Nissan, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo — simplifying inventory for multi-brand distributors.

T — North American Light Truck
Clip-on

Steel Wheels & Alloy (0.25–3.00 oz)

Heavy-duty clip profile engineered for light-truck steel and alloy wheels. Thicker rim flanges and higher load requirements demand a stronger clip geometry — the T series delivers retention force and durability that standard passenger-car weights cannot match.

EN — Audi/Mercedes/VW & Early Japanese Alloy Clip-on

Metric 5–60 g

Lead-based metric weights for Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen and early Japanese alloy rims. The soft material composition combined with precise metric sizing ensures zero rim damage during installation and removal — critical for high-end European vehicle service centers.

LH — Chrysler Unique Alloy Flange Clip-on (Prior to 2009)

0.25–3.00 oz

Chrysler’s unique alloy flange geometry requires a dedicated clip profile that standard aftermarket weights cannot replicate. The LH series is the only aftermarket weight that fits pre-2009 Chrysler, Dodge and Ram rims correctly — eliminating comebacks and customer complaints.

Clip-on Wheel Weights by Operating Environment & Performance Requirement

The right weight for every environment. From daily commuting to extreme conditions, our application guide matches operating challenges to the exact material, coating and series code — so your customers get performance that lasts.

Standard Road Conditions

Daily Driving & Commute

For everyday driving on paved roads in moderate climates, standard steel REG series or uncoated zinc options deliver reliable balance performance at the lowest cost per piece. The bulk of aftermarket demand falls into this category — economy and consistency are the priorities.

Harsh Winter & Salt-Road

Cold Climates & De-Icing Salt Exposure

Road salt and calcium chloride accelerate corrosion on uncoated steel weights. For northern markets and mountain regions, zinc-coated MC series or specially formulated thick zinc-layer steel weights resist galvanic corrosion and maintain clip retention through repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Coastal & High-Humidity Markets

Marine Air & Tropical Climates

Marine air and tropical humidity create constant moisture exposure that standard steel cannot withstand. Zinc-coated or specially passivated weights are essential for coastal distributors in Florida, California, Mediterranean regions and Southeast Asian markets where rust-related comebacks destroy profit margins.

Off-Road & All-Terrain

T series truck weights

Off-road driving subjects wheels to vibration, impact and flexing that standard passenger-car weights cannot survive. T series truck weights with reinforced clip profiles and higher retention force stay attached through gravel, mud and rock-crawling conditions where lighter weights would shake loose.

High-Speed & Performance

Lead-based AW and EN

Sustained high-speed driving generates centrifugal forces and heat that test every component. Lead-based AW and EN series offer superior damping characteristics and precise weight tolerance within plus or minus 0.5 percent — critical for performance vehicles where even minor imbalance causes steering vibration at autobahn speeds.

Fleet & High-Mileage

REG series bulk

Fleet operators measure cost per mile, not cost per piece. REG series steel weights in bulk case quantities minimize per-vehicle cost while delivering the balance consistency needed for high-mileage vehicles. Coated options extend service intervals for fleets operating in mixed climate conditions.

Fortune Clip-on Wheel Weights OEM & ODM Engineering Workflow

From your first sketch to full-scale production — four engineering milestones that turn your private-label idea into shelf-ready product. Our OEM process is transparent, timeline-driven and designed for buyers who need custom specifications without the engineering overhead. 

Parameter Locking & Material Formulation — Diagnose Your Fitment & Coating

Tell us the rim type, vehicle market and coating requirement. Our engineering team locks the geometry and material formula within 24 hours — cold-rolled steel strip grade, zinc layer thickness between 5 and 8 microns, lead alloy ratio or eco-friendly coating adhesive. No CAD file needed from you.

Digital Mold-Flow & CNC Prototyping — 48–72hr Functional Sample

Progressive-die simulation using SIGMASOFT software validates material flow and identifies potential defects before cutting steel. Five-axis Swiss CNC machining produces functional samples with tolerances held to plus or minus 0.01 millimeters. Samples ship within 48 to 72 hours for immediate fitment testing.

SAE/ISO Destructive Lab Validation — Salt-Spray 500hr / 400N Clip Pull-off

Every batch undergoes comprehensive destructive testing before reaching your warehouse. Salt-spray exposure per ASTM B117 for 500 hours minimum, clip pull-off force testing at 400 newtons, coating adhesion cross-cut evaluation at grade zero, weight tolerance verification within plus or minus 0.5 percent, and installation fatigue cycling to 10,000 cycles. Values pending final factory verification.

Multi-Cavity Tooling & AOI Mass Production — 15–25 Days, <50 PPM

Production tooling uses S136 mold steel rated for over 500,000 shots with minimal wear. Tooling turnaround from approval to first article inspection is 15 to 25 days depending on cavity count. One hundred percent automated optical inspection maintains CPK greater than 1.33 with defect rates consistently below 50 parts per million.

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FAQs about Fortune Clip-on Wheel Weights

Steel offers the lowest cost per piece and highest volume compatibility, making it the default choice for retail and tire service chains. Zinc coating adds corrosion resistance for humid and salt-road climates, ideal for coastal and northern markets. Lead provides the softest composition for alloy rim protection, though buyers should verify local environmental regulations regarding lead content in automotive applications.

Match rim type plus vehicle year plus target region. REG, MC and AW cover the North American ounce market for steel and alloy rims. FN, IAW and EN serve the European and Asian metric markets. T series handles light truck applications with thicker rim flanges. LH is the exclusive solution for Chrysler legacy vehicles. See our Series section above for the complete vehicle brand mapping.

Yes. All Fortune clip-on wheel weights are manufactured to meet SAE J663 specifications and are DOT compatible for United States market distribution. Factory test reports covering salt spray exposure, clip retention force and coating adhesion are available on request for your quality assurance documentation.

Absolutely. Logo engraving on individual weights, custom packaging design, private-label box art, specification modifications and color-coded inventory systems are all standard OEM services. Our four-step engineering workflow above details exactly how we take your requirements from concept to production without requiring CAD files or engineering staff on your end.

Minimum order quantity and production lead time depend on specification complexity, customization requirements and order volume. With one hundred fifty million pieces annual capacity and fifteen automated lines, we handle everything from small trial orders for market testing to full container programs for established distributors. Contact us with your target quantities for a detailed quotation.

Minimum order quantity and production lead time depend on specification complexity, customization requirements and order volume. With one hundred fifty million pieces annual capacity and fifteen automated lines, we handle everything from small trial orders for market testing to full container programs for established distributors. Contact us with your target quantities for a detailed quotation.

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