Cast Wheels VS. Non Cast

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M5-111HDC12 4WD w/FEL, RC4615, RCF3696: L4060 w/FEL, QH15, RCF2072, BB2572
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Ok so I feel like a getting a bit of confusion from a dealer on what wheels and tires are on an M5 I'm getting...

Dealer says the M5 has CAST wheels on it...but when I look at the build sheet on it the wheels section says:

REAR - 420/85R34 R1W Alliance 385 Radial inc.

But when I go on Kubota and Build what I want...if you choose the CAST wheel option, that line looks like:

REAR - 420/85R34 R1W Alliance 385 CAST

So whats the deal..anyone ? Anyone have pics of Cast versus non Cast wheels....? or how do I tell for sure..?

Thanks...
 

BAP

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2012 Kubota 2920, 60MMM, FEL, BH65 48" Bush Hog, 60"Backblade, B2782B Snowblower
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Pressed steel wheels are made out of 3/16"-1/4" steel. Cast steel wheels are usually 2-4" thick cast steel which has a rough surface unlike pressed steel which is smooth. If you have a choice, cast wheels will add a lot of weight which is beneficial for traction and using as ballast for a loader.