Oil-Air Landing Gear Strut P/N 188600 Beechcraft SNB JRB Beech 18 US NavyClick here to purchase or contact the seller of this item on eBay |
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This listing is for an original Beechcraft oil-air landing gear strut, Beech Aircraft Corporation part number 188600, manufactured in Wichita, Kansas, USA.
The factory identification plate clearly design means this strut for U.S. Navy Beechcraft aircraft, specifically the SNB-2, SNB-3, SNB-4, JRB-4, JRB-5, and JRB-6 series. These naval designations correspond to military variants of the Beechcraft Model 18, one of the most significant light twin aircraft families of the WWII and early Cold War era.
The strut retains its original Beechcraft instructional markings, specifying hydraulic fluid type MIL-O-5606 and correct inflation procedure under loaded conditions. These markings are consistent with period Beech landing gear servicing instructions.
Also present is an original overhaul, inspection, and test tag reading:
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Overhauled, Inspected & Tested
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O&R – NAS Pensacola
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Shop No. 999
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Dated: 12-59
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Reference: SK 2700-424
An additional stamp reading “PEN 12-59” further supports overhaul and preservation at Naval Air Station Pensacola in December 1959.
Importantly, safety wire remains installed through the end fittings, indicating the unit was overhauled, preserved, and likely placed into storage rather than returned to active service. This is consistent with surplus Navy spares practice and adds to the piece’s historical integrity.
Condition is consistent with long-term storage: surface paint wear, chips, and handling marks are present. No attempt has been made to service, inflate, or test the unit. This item is offered strictly as a historic aircraft component for display, restoration reference, or collection.
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