K2116

K2116 as a non-braked support wheel

The K2116 is designed for installations where the nose wheel must provide support and directional stability, but not braking force. This is typical for many aircraft landing gear layouts: the nose gear guides and supports the front part of the aircraft, while braking is performed by the main landing gear wheels. In this role, the wheel must be strong enough to take vertical loads, side loads during turns, and repeated dynamic loads during landing and taxiing. Correct tire pressure and wheel condition directly affect ground behavior.

Application of K2116 on Mi-8 and An-28 aircraft

The K2116 wheel is used on Mi-8 family helicopters and on aircraft such as the An-28, depending on the landing gear configuration. On Mi-8 helicopters, it is associated with the nose landing gear support and works as part of the front landing gear assembly. On fixed-wing aircraft, the same wheel type may be used in nose gear applications where its tire size, load rating and speed limits match the aircraft documentation. Exact applicability should always be confirmed by the aircraft parts catalog and maintenance manual.

Tire and tube arrangement of the K2116

The K2116 works with a 595 × 185 tube-type tire. The tube-type design means the tire and inner tube must be serviced as a matched wheel assembly. During inspection, attention should be paid to tire pressure, tire wear, sidewall condition, tube condition, valve position and signs of damage from runway debris. Underinflation can increase tire heating and sidewall stress. Overinflation can make the wheel harsher on uneven surfaces and may reduce the contact patch. For aircraft use, pressure must follow the approved maintenance data.

K2116 wheel drum and operating environment

The wheel drum is made from magnesium alloy ML5. This gives the wheel a suitable balance between weight and strength, but it also means corrosion protection and surface condition matter. The wheel is intended for ground operation on concrete and unpaved runways, but direct contact with seawater is excluded. For helicopters and aircraft that operate from rough or dusty sites, the wheel should be checked for cracks, impact marks, corrosion, bearing condition, tire seating, fasteners and any signs of overheating or mechanical damage.

Ground operation limits for the K2116 wheel

The K2116 has defined load, pressure and speed limits that must be respected in operation. These limits are important because the nose landing gear wheel sees different loads during taxiing, takeoff, landing and turning. A wheel that is used beyond its speed or load rating may develop tire damage, bearing problems, structural deformation or unsafe rolling behavior. The assigned resource is counted by takeoff-landing cycles, so documentation and operating history matter when evaluating whether the wheel is suitable for further use.

Supply and documentation for K2116

When ordering the K2116, it is important to specify the wheel designation, required condition and documentation. The wheel may be supplied as a standalone wheel, with tire and tube, or as part of a landing gear service requirement depending on the order. For aviation use, the product passport or manufacturer documentation should confirm the designation, acceptance status, resource information and suitability for the target aircraft. Before installation, the wheel should be checked against the aircraft documentation, tire specification and operating limits.