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Shimano Ultegra WH-R8170

Wheelset, 28"
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Product details

With the speed and efficiency of tubeless tyres, the fast acceleration and reliable everyday performance of a flat, aerodynamic carbon rim and the comfort of 11- and 12-speed compatibility, the new Ultegra R8170 C36 wheel will delight every mountain and road rider and is an upgrade for every road bike.

Key specifications

BIke wheel type
Wheelset
Suitable tyre type
Folding tireTubeless tire
Ability brake type
Disc brake Center lock
Axle system
HR 12x142 mmVR 12x100 mm
Weight
1490 g
Width
28 mm
jaw width
21 mm
Item number
20144819

General information

Manufacturer
Shimano
Category
Wheels
Manufacturer no.
EWHR8170C36LFERED
Release date
21.3.2022

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Material

Material group
Carbon
Material
Carbon

Wheel properties

Bike area of use
Racing bikes
Lacing
Double crossed
Wheel size
28"
Model year
2022

Wheel properties

BIke wheel type
Wheelset
Ability brake type
Disc brake Center lock

Rim properties

Rim model
Ultegra WH-R8170-C36
Material rim
Carbon
Rim height
36 mm
Suitable tyre type
Folding tireTubeless tire
Width
28 mm
jaw width
21 mm
Valve hole diameter
6.50 mm

Hub + freewheel Features

Axle system
HR 12x142 mmVR 12x100 mm
Axis standard
Thru axle
Installation width front
100 mm
Installation width rear
142 mm
Diameter axle front
12 mm
Diameter rear axle
12 mm
Cassette compatibility
11-speed12-speed
Freewheel
Shimano

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Shimano Ultegra WH-R8170-C36 wheelset (front/rear)

Product dimensions

Weight
1490 g

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Package dimensions

Length
77.80 cm
Width
64.60 cm
Height
21.70 cm
Weight
3.60 kg

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Wheels» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.DT Swiss
    0,6 %
  • 1.Shimano
    0,6 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • Shimano
    Not enough data
  • 1.DT Swiss
    12 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Wheels» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Shimano
    9 %
  • 2.DT Swiss
    10,3 %
Source: Galaxus

Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good90/100
Without ratingNo rating
RoadBIKE Logo
RoadBIKECarbon-Laufradsätze im TestReleaseAugust 2025
  • PositiveSolid endurance runner
  • PositiveSimple tubeless set-up
  • PositiveNo weight limit
  • Positivetechnically sober
  • PositiveVery quiet freewheel
  • Negativetechnically sober
Very good90/100
Rennrad Radsportmagazin Logo
Rank 5 out of 12Rennrad RadsportmagazinAero Laufräder - 55 bis 65 Millimeter hohe FelgenReleaseDecember 2023
  • PositiveRiding comfort
  • PositiveRobustness
  • PositiveAll-round properties
  • NegativeWeight

The Shimano-Ultegra carbon rim models are very convincing all-rounders. They offer a comparatively large rim width, which enables a large tyre volume and therefore a very comfortable ride.