Combat Split Wheel Rim
Combat wheel 16 inch (split, 2-piece)
Split-type military steel wheel for WWII vehicles
Reproduction of the original 2-piece combat wheel as used on later Willys MB and Ford GPW vehicles from serial number MB120700 onwards. The wheel consists of two halves assembled with eight bolts, designed for rapid wheel changing in wartime conditions.
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Material Pressed steel |
Finish Primer (to be painted in OD) |
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Construction 2-piece (split-type) |
Tyre sizes 00-16 / 7.00-16 |
Features
- 16 inch diameter, suitable for military tyres with inner tube
- 8 wheel bolts connect both wheel halves
- Originally used from late 1942 (MB120700+)
- Requires rim strip (flap) and inner tube for fitting
- ⚠️ WARNING: NEVER use a pneumatic impact wrench for tightening the wheel bolts
- Torque for wheel bolts manual: 60-70 ft-lb (81-95 Nm), tighten in cross pattern
- 5 x 5.5 inch bolt pattern for mounting on hub
- Torque for wheel nuts (wheel-to-hub): 60-70 ft-lb according to TM specifications
📐 Dimensions
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Diameter 16 inch (406 mm) |
Wheel width 5-6 inch (depending on variant) |
★ Split-type combat wheels require specialised knowledge and caution during fitting. Always assemble the wheel halves manually with a calibrated torque wrench following the cross-pattern tightening method as described in TM 9-1803B. NEVER use pneumatic tools — risk of life-threatening situations.
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This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
Installation requires technical knowledge of the vehicle. Unsure whether this part suits your version? Ask us before purchase at info@willys.be.
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This part fits:
| Model | Years |
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| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |