Run Flat Inserts

Segmented polymer run flat inserts. Built for the mission.

Three bolt-together polymer segments replace the traditional solid rubber donut. Lighter. Faster to install. Field-serviceable. And no hydraulic press required.

How They Work

What a run flat insert does when the air is gone.

Under normal operation, the run flat insert sits inside the tire cavity — between the rim and the inner tread surface. It doesn't touch the tire. The vehicle rides on air pressure like any other wheel.

When a tire loses pressure — from a ballistic strike, IED fragment, rock puncture, or terrain damage — the tire collapses. The vehicle's weight transfers from the air column to the run flat insert. The insert:

  • Supports the vehicle's weight up to 5,000+ kg per corner on armored platforms
  • Locks the tire bead to the rim prevents the tire from peeling off during maneuvers
  • Provides a running surface the tire tread rides on the insert, not the rim
  • Enables continued driving up to 100 km at reduced speed to reach safety

Static vs. Dynamic Run Flat Inserts

Static RunFlat System — Three antiballistic polymer segments bolted together. The workhorse. Hand-tool installation, field-swappable segments, no press required. Ideal for most tactical wheel applications.

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Insert Types

Not all run flat inserts are built the same.

The material and design of a run flat insert determines everything: how it's installed, how much it weighs, whether it can be serviced in the field, and how far you can drive on it.

Feature Segmented Polymer Solid Rubber Steel/Composite Ring
Installation Method ✓ Hand tools — bolt-together segments Hydraulic press required Press or specialized rig
Weight per Wheel ✓ ~15% lighter than rubber Heaviest — 90–200 lbs per insert Moderate — varies by design
Field Serviceability ✓ Individual segments swappable Must ship to equipped facility Limited — often single-piece
Ballistic Resistance ✓ Antiballistic polymer — armored vehicle rated Moderate — degrades with heat High — but heavy
Mobility Range ✓ Up to 100 km 30–50 km typical 50–80 km typical
Reusability ✓ Inspect and re-use Often single-use Reusable with inspection
Lubricant Required ✓ Yes — NSN 2640-01-419-6200 (NSN 2640014196200) Yes Varies
Manufacturer

Run flat insert manufacturer — direct from the source.

The Toota Group is an independent manufacturer and supplier of polymer run flat inserts for government and defense fleets. We're not a distributor reselling someone else's product. We control the design, the material, and the supply chain.

That means:

  • Direct pricing no distributor markup, no middleman
  • Configurable specs insert dimensions, segment count, and material tuned to your platform
  • Inventory on hand ready to ship from Freehold, NJ
  • Complete corner capability run flat insert + tire + wheel assembly, delivered as one palletized unit

Supply Chain

  • CAGE Code: 93ST9
  • SAM.gov: Registered and active
  • JCP Certified: Level 2
  • Location: Freehold, NJ — USA
  • Shipping: Domestic and FMS-eligible
  • Contract Vehicles: DLA, direct purchase, GSA schedules

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Installation

Hand tools. No press. Any motor pool.

Segmented polymer run flat inserts install differently than traditional solid rubber inserts. Three segments feed through the tire bead, bolt together around the rim, and torque to spec. The entire procedure uses standard hand tools — no hydraulic press, no fitting machine, no special rig.

Need run flat inserts for your fleet?

Tell us your platform, wheel size, and quantity. We'll spec the right insert and quote your program — direct from the manufacturer.