2018 Effective Date 6-18 - Goodyear Aircraft Tire Data Book

Oct 12, 2026

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Aircraft tire data compilation with an effective date of 6/18 (2018), organized into an introduction, definitions, multiple tire data sections, and application charts. Provides classification and terminology for tire name sizes, including three-part, radial, metric, and legacy types, plus key attributes such as ply rating, rated speed, rated load, inflation, and dimensional metrics. Includes guidance for selecting tire sizes, tubeless/tube considerations, measurement procedures, operating temperatures, and engineering figures supporting proper fit and service performance.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryGeneral

FormatPDF

Pages22

Reading Time8 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction

Company background and data scope

Definitions and Abbreviations

Tire name size classification

Key technical terms

Data Section - Tires

Three-Part Name Sizes

Data Section - Tubes and Valves

Tube and valve technical data

Application Charts

Aviation, commercial, military, and rotary-wing applications

Engineering and Technical Information

Tire size selection and measurement

2018 Effective Date 6/18 CONTENTS Section 1 INTRODUCTION 2 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS 3 DATA SECTION – TIRES Three Part Name Sizes Type I Type III Type VII Metric and Radial 4 DATA SECTION—TUBES AND VALVES Tube and Valve Technical Data Tube Valve Types and Technical Data 5 APPLICATION CHARTS General Aviation/Business Aircraft Commercial Aircraft Military Aircraft Rotary Wing Aircraft 6 ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION Tire Size Selection Tubeless Tire in Place of Tube Type Tires Tire Measurement Procedure Operating Tire Temperatures Load Ratings Used for Helicopters Radius of Gyration Aircraft Tire Dimensions and Deflection Growth and Minimum Clearance Allowance—Bias Growth and Minimum Clearance Allowance—Radial Section 1 INTRODUCTION The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, founded in 1898, has been producing aircraft tires since 1909 andretreading aircraft tires since 1927. Goodyear manufactures new aircraft tires in the United States, Brazil, and Thailand. Retreading facilities are located in the United States, Brazil, Thailand, and the Netherlands. Goodyear aircraft tires meet exacting specifications, are qualified to perform safely and economically, and help withstand the most stringent demands set forth by today’s high performance aircraft. Specific data on the proper tire sizes for different aircraft main and auxiliary/nose gear, speed ratings, nominal inflation pressures, dimensions, and other data needed by users to obtain the maximum service from their aircraft tires are presented in this booklet. Data are included for reference purposes for some tires that are not in the Goodyear authorized line. The data presented supersedes previously published Goodyear data. The data and general notes for civil aircraft tires are in accordance with Tire & Rim Association Standards. The civil aircraft tire data also conform to Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) Technical Standard Order C-62e, and other applicable standards. The data for military aircraft are based on military specification MIL-PRF-5041K, unless otherwise indicated. Loads shown are the recommended maximum for the indicated inflation. For loads less than the maximum, the inflation pressure can be reduced proportionately. The physical tire data and applications herein are accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. For questions regarding specific applications, please contact your Goodyear aircraft tire distributor or the aircraft manufacturer for current information. Section 2 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS TIRE NAME SIZE CLASSIFICATION Three Part Type All new sizes being developed are in this classification. NOTE: Some sizes have a letter such as “H” in front of the diameter. This is to identify a tire that is designed for a higher percent deflection. Radial Radial size nomenclature is the same as Three Part Type except an “R” replaces the “-“(dash) before the wheel/rim diameter. Metric Type This size designation is the same as Three Part except the diameter and section width. Dimensions are in millimeters, and the wheel/rim diameter is in inches. Type I Oldest type/description giving outside diameter only. Type III This type was one of the earliest size designations used for piston-propeller aircraft. Its characteristic is low pressure for cushioning and flotation. Type VII This type covers most of the older sizes and was designed for today’s jet aircraft with higher load capacity. | Tire Name Type | Tire Size Example | Nominal Diameter
(In) | Nominal Section
Width (In) | Nominal
Wheel/Rim
Diamter (In) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Three Part | 49x19.0-20 | 49 | 19.0 | 20 | | Metric | 670x210-12 | 670 mm | 210 mm | 12 inches | | Type I | 27 | 27 | -- | -- | | Type III | 8.50-10 | -- | 8.50 | 10 | | Type VII | 49x17 | 49 | 17 | -- | | Radial | 32x8.8R16 | 32 | 8.8 | 16 | Ply Rating The term “Ply Rating” is used to iden

FAQs

What does the document’s effective date indicate?

It states the data’s effective date as 6/18 under the 2018 publication context.

How are different aircraft tire size naming systems classified?

The document describes three-part type, radial, metric, and older type classifications (Type I, Type III, Type VII), including rules for radial naming and metric dimension units.

Which tire parameters are defined for use in selection and rating?

It defines terms such as ply rating, TT or TL construction, rated speed, rated load, rated inflation, and dimensional measures like static loaded radius and flat tire radius.

Oct 12, 2026

Uploaded by Marglet