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072-379-0 – Michelin Condor 8.50-10 10-Ply Aircraft Tire
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The Michelin Condor 072-379-0 is a premier, 10-ply rated tube-type aircraft tire engineered for general aviation and light turboprop applications. Known for its exceptional balance of durability and cost-effectiveness, the Condor line is designed to provide high-cycle reliability in demanding training and corporate environments. This tire is specifically manufactured to withstand the vertical impact loads and longitudinal stresses associated with frequent takeoff and landing cycles, making it a staple for operators who prioritize long-term tread life and carcass integrity.
As a high-performance elastomeric component, the 072-379-0 features a sophisticated tread compound optimized for high-abrasion resistance without sacrificing the flexibility required for cold-weather operations. Its design focuses on minimizing the rolling resistance on taxiways while providing a stable, predictable contact patch during high-speed ground rolls. For the maintenance professional, the Michelin Condor represents a proven solution that meets or exceeds OEM performance specifications, ensuring flight safety and operational efficiency across a variety of runway surfaces.
Key Features
Robust 10-Ply Rating: Provides superior load-carrying capacity and high resistance to carcass rupture or bruising during high-energy landings.
Aero-Engineered Tread Compound: Utilizes a specialized Michelin rubber formula designed to mitigate "flat-spotting" during heavy braking events.
Deep-Groove Rib Pattern: Features wide circumferential grooves to maximize water displacement and prevent hydrodynamic planing on saturated runways.
Nylon Cord Reinforcement: High-tenacity nylon plies offer excellent dimensional stability and resistance to thermal expansion under load.
Sidewall UV Protection: Formulated with antioxidants and antiozonants to resist weather-checking and ozone degradation in high-altitude or arid environments.
Technical Specifications
Part Number: 072-379-0
Product Line: Michelin Condor
Size: 8.50-10
Ply Rating: 10-Ply
Configuration: Tube-Type (Requires Inner Tube)
Rated Speed: 160 MPH
Max Load Rating: 3,850 lbs (approximate, varies by application)
Material: Specialized synthetic/natural rubber blend with nylon carcass
Governing Specifications: TSO-C62 (Meets or exceeds requirements)
Certification: FAA-PMA / TSO approved
Aircraft Compatibility
Beechcraft King Air Series: Common application for the 90 and 100 series main gear.
Piper PA-31 Navajo/Cheyenne: Utilized on several high-gross-weight variants.
Cessna 400 Series: Applicable to specific configurations of the 402, 414, and 421.
Pilatus PC-12: (Specific serial numbers/configurations; verify via IPC).
Note: The aircraft’s Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) or Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) is the final authority for confirming the correct tire size, ply rating, and tube requirement for your specific airframe.
Applications
The 072-379-0 is typically employed as a Main Landing Gear (MLG) tire. Its primary application is to support the aircraft's static weight and absorb the kinetic energy during touchdown. It is also critical for providing effective braking friction and lateral stability during crosswind taxi and takeoff operations.
Why Choose 072-379-0?
Choosing the Michelin Condor 072-379-0 offers the safety and performance of Michelin’s advanced tire technology at a value-oriented price point. Unlike "budget" alternatives, Condor tires undergo rigorous testing to ensure they maintain their structural profile even under the high centrifugal forces of a 160 MPH rollout. By choosing a 10-ply rated tire from a trusted manufacturer, operators reduce the risk of catastrophic carcass failure and maximize the time between tire changes, directly impacting the aircraft's dispatch reliability.
The engineering excellence of the Michelin Condor 072-379-0 lies in its bias-ply construction and the management of hysteresis loss. As the tire rotates under load, it undergoes continuous cycles of deflection and recovery. The internal nylon plies are oriented in a crisscross pattern at specific bias angles, which allows the sidewall to flex and absorb energy while maintaining a rigid, stable tread face. This anisotropic design is crucial for managing the extreme shear stresses encountered during "crabbed" landings. Furthermore, the rubber compound is a "chilled" formulation that minimizes the eutectic-like transition of polymers at high temperatures, ensuring that the tread remains stable even when subjected to the intense heat of a high-speed aborted takeoff (RTO). The 10-ply rating is a measure of the carcass strength, ensuring the tire can maintain its geometric stability against the internal inflation pressures required to support heavy multi-engine aircraft.
Note: This is a flight-critical component. This tire is a tube-type configuration and must be installed with a new, correctly sized aircraft inner tube (e.g., Michelin 092-308-0). Installation must be performed by a certified A&P mechanic. Improper seating of the tire bead or the use of an incorrect tube can lead to catastrophic pressure loss. Always adhere to the torque specifications for wheel through-bolts provided in the Wheel and Brake Component Maintenance Manual (CMM).
