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TUG ALPHA 5

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.

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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 STEERING MODE
OFFERS OPTIMIZED MANEUVRABILITY
GROUND LEVEL SERVICE ACCESS
BOOSTS PRODUCTIVITY AND SAFETY
Exceptional Visibility
ENHANCES RAMP SAFETY
Closed Lifting Cab
ELIMIMATES THE NEED FOR A REAR 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 DC12-401
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

Deutz is a registered trademark of Deutz AG.
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