The proper wheel and brake combination for your aircraft will provide adequate safety,
stopping power, feel, and control.
Some important factors to consider are:
STATIC LOAD RATING — This is the weight on each wheel, at maximum static aircraft
weight, that the wheel is capable of supporting. The listed static load rating for each
Grove wheel includes the FAA load safety margin for normal operations. If you plan
to operate your aircraft in extreme conditions, such as a very rough unpaved strip,
you may wish to consider a wheel with a higher static load rating. |
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BRAKING TORQUE RATING — This determines the deceleration rate as well as the
ability of the brake system to hold the aircraft at static engine run-up. This is a
function of the brake system hydraulic pressure and total brake caliper piston area.
Too low a value results in poor stopping power and inability to hold the aircraft at
static run-up. Too large a value results in overly sensitive brake pedal feel and excessive
weight. Our standard wheel and brake sets provide optimum values for most aircraft.
If you are using over-sized tires, or if your master cylinders produce lower than
normal operating pressure, you should consider a brake caliper with larger piston
area. |
