Overview
Formerly known as the Douglas DC-12, the TUG ALPHA 5 conventional pushback is specifically designed for pushback, inter-gate and maintenance towing operations (with a towbar) of wide-bodied aircraft including fully laden Airbus A380.
CE Certified
Features
Selectable Fourth Steering Mode
Simple Maintenance from Ground Level
Exceptional Visibility
Closed Lifting Cab
Powertrains
TUG ALPHA 5 |
|---|
| Deutz® Engine |
| Tier IVF |
| Diesel |
Specifications
Dimensions
| TUG ALPHA 5 | |
|---|---|
| Standard Weight | 110,231 lbs (50,000 kg) |
| Minimum Weight | 110,231 lbs (50,000 kg) |
| Maximum Weight | 154,324 lbs (70,000 kg) |
| Length (excluding coupler) | 349” (8,855 mm) |
| Width | 120” (3,050 mm) |
| Wheel Base | 181” (4,600 mm) |
| Turning radius | 2WS 525” (13,330 mm) / 4WS 326” (8,272 mm) |
| Ground Clearance | 7.9” (200 mm) |
| Top Speed | 19 mph (30 kph) |
| Hitch | 2 Position 70 mm |
| Length (Two Cabs/ GPU) | 390” (9,910 mm) |
| Height (With Cab Lowered) | 69” (1,750 mm) |
| Height (With Cab Raised) | 100” (2,550 mm) |
Engine Options 1
| TUG ALPHA 5 | |
|---|---|
| Model | DC12-400 |
| EPA Tier Level | EU Stage IIIA/ US EPA Tier 3 |
| Type | Water-cooled direct injected, V6 |
| Fuel & Compatible Fuel (type and quantity) | 119 U.S. Gal (450 L); Diesel |
| Engine | Deutz® TCD 2015 V06 |
Engine Option 2
| TUG ALPHA 5 | |
|---|---|
| Engine | Deutz® TCD 12.0 V6 |
| Model | DC12-400 |
| EPA Tier Level | EU Stage IIIB/ US EPA Tier 4 interim |
| Type | Water-cooled direct injected, V6 |
| Fuel & Compatible Fuel (type and quantity) | 119 U.S. Gal (450 L); Diesel |
Engine Option 3
| TUG ALPHA 5 | |
|---|---|
| Engine | Deutz® TCD 12.0 V6 |
| Model | DC12-401 |
| EPA Tier Level | EU Stage IV/ US EPA Tier 4 final (2017) |
| Type | Water-cooled direct injected, V6 |
| Fuel & Compatible Fuel (type and quantity) | 119 U.S. Gal (450 L); Diesel |
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