One of the rarest and most culturally iconic wheels ever created, the Wu-Tang Wheel is the product of an ultra-limited early-2000s collaboration between legendary hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan and Raceline Wheels. Forged from aluminum in a massive 22-inch, three-piece configuration, only two sets were ever made; one gifted directly to the group, the other retained by Raceline before eventually being separated and scattered. Today, confirmed sightings of even a single wheel are virtually nonexistent, making them one of the most elusive collector pieces in both wheel and hip-hop history.
The wheel’s design is unmistakable: a fully chrome-plated face shaped into Wu-Tang’s iconic “W” logo. The center cap carries the same insignia, locking in the cultural crossover with one of music’s most influential groups. Beyond its visual punch, the wheel’s construction is top-tier; three-piece forged aluminum with high-polish lips and show-quality plating. While clearly built for statement rather than speed, the craftsmanship is on par with any premium modular wheel from the era.
This collaboration marked a bold moment in aftermarket culture when custom wheels collided with music, streetwear, and celebrity influence. And Raceline was the perfect partner. Known primarily for their off-road and truck wheels, Raceline has long been a powerhouse in the aftermarket industry, operating under the Allied Wheel Components umbrella alongside brands like Kansei Wheels, Nomad Wheels, and Black Rock. While their focus typically leans toward performance and rugged styling, the Wu-Tang wheel was a stylistic curveball. A one-off creation that captured lightning in a bottle.
In a time before social media virality and branded influencer drops, the Wu-Tang x Raceline wheel was way ahead of its time. It foreshadowed an era where collaborations between automotive and music cultures would become mainstream. But unlike modern collabs, this one didn’t come with a marketing blitz, press release, or retail plan. It was raw, under-the-radar, and instantly legendary.
Today, the few remaining pieces are considered unicorns; objects of desire for wheel collectors, hip-hop historians, and automotive culture archivists alike. More than just a wheel, the Wu-Tang x Raceline collab represents a pivotal point where forged metal met forged identity.