S.A.M. RUNNING GEAR

A Heavy Duty Side Mount & Shock-Absorbing Unit Rated At 10,000 lbs. Per Wheel. 

The Aerol Side Angle Mount Suspension Unit is a heavy duty side mount running gear application developed for the armed forces for a reliable and versatile individually sprung wheel and mount assembly comprising of a shock-absorbing unit that can be bolted to the side of an item of ground support equipment and a stub axle on which any one of a wide selection of wheels can be mounted. 

The basic unit is used for both front and rear installations and can be made rigid or steerable by the addition of a lock pin or a steering arm. This flexible design permits front and rear steering for maneuvering in restricted areas, or conventional front end steering when the equipment is towed. 

• Compatible with AEROL Cushion Tread Wheels and Industrial Pneumatic wheels.

• Components exceed the requirements of specification MIL-M-8090 for type II mobility. 

• Available with parking brakes with ratchet pedals, levers for cable or rod actuation, and hydraulic service brake systems.

Applications 

The SAM Suspension Unit was developed to provide the armed forces with a reliable and versatile individually sprung wheel and mount assembly. All components of the system are designed to exceed the requirements of MIL-M-8090, for Type I mobility. Interchangeability of components parts -- and the wide adaptability to all types of ground support equipment with varying payloads -- has significantly contributed to the standardization of spare part inventories and improvement in logistic support. 

Like its smaller cousin, the Banjo Mount, the SAM Unit can handle a wide range of loads up to 10,000 pounds per wheel. The load rating can be easily changed in the field by the addition or removal of standard springs. No special tools are required, nor is it necessary to dismount the unit.