Description

Matco Aircraft Landing Systems produces a superior 5″ inch wheel and brake assembly for use with aircraft requiring less than 1420 lbs per wheel. This model uses 1.25 inch TAPER/ROLL bearings. (Check the product comparison table for other bearing and caliper configurations).

DIMENSIONS – The W50LT is a 5″ inch wheel with 4.65 inch width with an additional 1.39 inch caliper spacing. Bearing spacing is 2.98 inches and axle spacing is 1.36 inches. The total weight of this wheel and brake assembly is 9.2 pounds. The bearing axle diameter is 1.25 inches.

FEATURES – The W50LT is centrifugally cast utilizing 535 aluminum alloy for superior strength and corrosion resistance. This alloy provides a light weight wheel and affords many years of efficient performance. The W50LT features the WHLB5T brake assembly and high energy disc for increased braking performance. The WHLB5T brake uses three 1.25 inch diameter pistons in a single caliper to provide maximum torque low profile package. This internal caliper design is favored for use in many retractable gear systems for it’s low profile compared to external caliper designs when low drag and clean lines are desired. The wheel is designed with 11x400x5 ‘Lamb’ type . (Specify the W51LT for use with 5.00-5 aircraft style tires). The WHLA1A axle or WHLAXLE1A axle assembly (includes axle, nut, and washer) are designed to be used with the W50LT.

WHL & BRK ASSY 5″TRI

PERFORMANCE

The WHLW50LT is designed for the following standards: