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What is backspace ?   Wheels (rims) with different backspacing are used to make sure that the wheels are always flush with the outline of the M-Class body no matter what tire sizes or possible fender flares are used. Less backspace means that the tire/wheel combo sticks out further. More backspace means that the tire/wheel combo stays in more.   Mercedes-Benz   ML230  ML320  ML430  ML55  ML270 CDI wheel  6.5 J x 16 H2 8.0J x 16 H2 8.5J x 17H2  8.5J x 18 H2 8.0J x 16 H2 back spacing ET 47 mm ET 62 mm ET 52 mm ET 42 mm ET 62 mm   TRANSFER CASE ENGINES tires & wheels