Matco Pneu Tailwheel Assembly

The Matco Aircraft Landing Systems WHLT-8 is an 8-inch pneumatic tailwheel assembly intended for tailwheel aircraft requiring a heavier-duty tailwheel. It combines steerable and full-swivelling operation with a geometric release mechanism that allows the wheel to caster after approximately 40° of steering angle.

• Manufacturer part number: WHLT-8
• 8-inch pneumatic tyre and tube assembly, size 2.80/2.50-4
• Steerable, full-swivelling tailwheel configuration
• Cast aluminium base and fork components with black anodised finish
• 4130 steel fork arms and wings, heat treated and corrosion protected
• Split wheel rims to support tyre and tube fitting/removal
• Designed for 31.8 mm or 38.1 mm wide flat leaf springs
• Approximate overall dimensions: 284 mm long, 236 mm maximum width with arms fully splayed, and 297 mm high
• Approximate assembly weight: 3.2 kg

Please verify the required installation arrangement, spring width and applicable airworthiness requirements before purchase or installation.

Manufacturer documentation: Matco WHLT-8 tailwheel assembly drawing.