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RHOX Tires & Wheels: Fitment, Uses & Buying Notes

RHOX tire and wheel profile with fitment checks, tread notes, sizing risks and buying questions for golf cart owners.

RHOX tires and wheels: a deep, fitment-driven catalog

RHOX’s tire-and-wheel range mirrors the engineering-depth reputation of its lifts: a very broad catalog of tires (turf, street, all-terrain, and DOT-rated options) and wheels with detailed application and offset data. For an owner who wants to get the exact tire-and-wheel combination right, especially matching offset so nothing rubs, RHOX’s documentation is a real advantage over thinner product lines. This page covers the rolling stock; the RHOX lift kit is a separate decision.

RHOX’s breadth means it can serve very different carts: a smooth turf tire for a course cart, a street tire for a neighborhood LSV, or an aggressive all-terrain for a lifted build. Some RHOX tires carry DOT ratings, which matters if you are making a cart street-legal. The buying job is choosing the right tread and size for your use and confirming fit.

RHOX tire categories

CategoryBest useNote
TurfCourse, grassLow turf damage
StreetNeighborhood, LSVSome DOT-rated options
All-terrainLifted, off-roadNeeds clearance / lift

RHOX tire models, sizes & pricing (2026)

The category table above is a starting point, but “turf, street, all-terrain” doesn’t tell you what to actually search for or expect to pay. Here are the current RHOX model lines with real sizes, ply ratings, and DOT status pulled from manufacturer and retailer listings. DOT approval varies by exact size within a model line, not just by model name. Check the specific size you’re buying rather than assuming the whole line qualifies.

ModelCommon sizesPlyDOT?Typical price/tireBest for
RXAT (all-terrain)22×11-10, 23×10.5-12, 23×10-144-plyVaries by size (some sizes yes, some no)~$125–$197Lifted carts, sand/dirt/mud/turf
Mojave / Mojave II20×10-10, 22×11-10, 22×10.5-12, 22×10-14, 24×11-144-ply (one radial listing is 6-ply)Yes on most checked sizes~$96–$175All-terrain lug, DOT-labeled off-road
GPL / Grappler20×10-10, 22×10-10, 22×10-12, 23×10-12, 23×10-144-plyYes on sizes checked~$115–$180Aggressive all-terrain, street-legal where marked DOT
Road Hawk205/65-10, 205/50-10, 215/50-12, 20×10-10, 22×10-10/12/144-plyYes on most street/radial sizes~$96–$175Street/turf radial, smoother pavement ride
RXLP / Low Profile205/50-10, 215/40-12, 215/50-12, 205/65-104-plyYes on most sizes checked~$80–$126Low-profile street/turf, minimal or no lift
RXST18×8-104-plyYes (DOT-labeled listings)~$107–$124Street/turf on 10-inch wheels
RXTS18×9.5-8, 20×10-10, 22×9.5-104-plyNot DOT-labeled in current listings~$73–$121Turf/soft terrain, non-DOT traction

Sizes, ply, and pricing sourced from current RHOX/Red Hawk distributor listings and retailer product pages (Pete’s Golf Carts, The Cart Depot, Golf Cart King, Golf Cart Tire Supply) as of July 2026; always confirm against the current listing before ordering since retailer stock and pricing shift. Some older reference material (including our own catalog notes) names an “RXTR” all-terrain line, but current retail listings show Mojave/Mojave II and GPL/Grappler as the active all-terrain lug models, so treat “RXTR” as likely older/superseded naming unless you find it on a current spec sheet.

Bolt pattern & wheel compatibility

Most golf carts, including the majority of RHOX pre-mounted tire-and-wheel combos, use a 4×4-inch (4×101.6mm) bolt pattern, and this is compatible across most E-Z-GO, Club Car, and Yamaha carts. That said, some newer lithium-battery and 2020-and-newer builds use a wider hub. Confirm your cart’s actual bolt pattern before buying pre-mounted RHOX wheels, especially on a newer or imported cart. Don’t assume 4×4″ without checking.

What RHOX tires cost

Pricing varies by size, tread, and whether you’re buying loose tires or a mounted set:

  • Tire only: most RHOX models run roughly $80–$175 per tire, with sale pricing sometimes dipping near $73 and premium radial/large sizes running up toward $197.
  • Set of 4 (tires only): commonly $225–$450 depending on size and tread.
  • Pre-mounted on RHOX wheels: roughly $400–$500 for stock-height 10-inch street combos, climbing past $1,200 for larger 14-inch lifted assemblies with wheels.

RHOX tire-specific gotchas

Use RHOX’s offset and application data, do not guess. The wrong wheel offset is the classic cause of a tire rubbing the fender or suspension even when the diameter is correct. Match tread to use (turf tires are poor off-road; aggressive lugs ride rough on pavement), and remember bigger tires need a lift and will skew the speedometer and trim torque. If street-legal matters, verify the specific tire is DOT-rated rather than assuming. Confirm rim diameter and bolt pattern for your cart.

Who should skip RHOX tires

Skip RHOX if you just want the cheapest single tire and do not value the fitment documentation or matched wheels. But if you want to build a correct, non-rubbing tire-and-wheel setup, need DOT-rated street options, or want a single deep catalog to choose from, RHOX is one of the most reliable sources.

Before you buy RHOX tires

Decide the tread you actually need before shopping by size alone, then confirm the wheel offset and rim diameter match your cart.

  • What tread suits my real use: turf, street, or all-terrain?
  • Does RHOX’s offset and application data confirm a no-rub fit for my cart?
  • If I need street-legal, is this specific tire DOT-rated?
  • Do bigger sizes require a lift, and am I accounting for speedometer and torque changes?

If you want road-legal rubber see DOT-approved golf cart tires, size against any lift with our lift and tire size chart, and rank the field with golf cart tire brands ranked.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Are RHOX tires street-legal?
Some RHOX tires are DOT-rated for street use. Confirm the specific model rather than assuming the whole brand qualifies.
How do I avoid rubbing?
Use RHOX’s offset and application data to match wheel offset and tire size to your cart and lift height.
Does RHOX cover turf and off-road both?
Yes, the catalog spans turf, street, and all-terrain. Match the tread to where you actually drive.
Do bigger RHOX tires require a lift kit?
Larger all-terrain sizes usually need a lift for clearance. Check the tire’s diameter against your cart’s stock clearance before buying.
What is the difference between turf and street RHOX tires?
Turf tires use a smooth, low-damage tread built for golf courses and grass, while street tires are firmer and some carry DOT ratings for road use.