Aircraft Towing Tractor

The TMX-550 is an Aircraft Towing Tractor, gross weight ranging from 121,250 lbs.  (55,000 kg.) to 132,270 lbs. (60,000 kg.), with a maximum driveline capability of 40,100 daN (88,400 lbs.). It is designed to perform push back and towing operations on medium and wide body aircraft such as:

• Boeing B767, B777, B747, B787

• Airbus A300, A310, A330, A340, A350, A380.

The TMX-550 is available in two main configurations:

• TMX-550-55

• Gross Weight: 121,250 lbs. (55,000 kg.)

• DBP: 88,400 lbs. (40,100 daN)

• TMX-550-60

• Gross Weight: 132,270 lbs. (60,000 kg.)

• DBP: 88,400 lbs. (40,100 daN)

Its ergonomic design provides maximum driver comfort and increased visibility. TLD’s high standards of build and component quality make the TMX-550 a durable and reliable tractor

• Engine:

• CUMMINS, 6 cylinders diesel engine, 205 kW at 2500 rpm, Stage 3A/Tier3

• Transmission:

• ZF 6WG210 POWERSHIFT transmission with inter axle differential, 6 speed forward and 3 reverse

• Speed (without load):

• Max. forward speed : 30 km/h ( 18,6 mph )

• Max. rear speed : 22 km/h ( 13.7 mph )

• Axles:

• Front and rear KESSLER driving axles

• Suspension:

• Front leaf spring suspension

• Rear rigid mounted

• Service Brakes:

• Dual service braking circuit (dry brake discs on 4 wheels)

• Parking Brake: Negative parking brake on gearbox output + emergency hand pump to release the parking brakes

• Steering:

• 4 hydrostatic steering modes:

• 2 front steering wheels

• 2 rear steering wheels

• 4 steering wheels

• Crab steering (on front cab only)

• Tow Hitches:

• Front and rear manually operated, 1 level, pin diameter 70 mm (2.75”)

• Mirror on rear hitch

• Rear working light

• Tires:

• 16.00R25

• Fuel tank capacity: 92.5 gallons (350 liters)

• Hydraulic tank capacity: 53 gallons (200 liters)

• Paint: White – RAL 9016

• Cab Standard Equipment:

• Fixed cab with doors, rear view mirror, heater and windscreen washer

• Suspended driver’s seat and standard passenger seat

• Flashing beacon

• Ignition key for engine start / stop

• Hourmeter, fuel gauge

• Alarm lights: engine oil pressure, engine coolant temperature, transmission oil temperature, coolant level, battery charge, hydraulic oil, braking oil pressure, brake disks wear, wheels alignment

• “Parking brake applied” warning light

• General fault buzzer and light

• Electrical Equipment:

• 28 VDC electrical system, 180 Ah batteries, 80 A alternator

• Battery master switch

• 2 Head lamps: low and high beam

• LED lights: tail lights, stop lights, reverse lights, front and rear warning lights, front and rear turn signal lamps

• Control relays and fuses cabinet located inside driver’s cab

• Back up alarm and light