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 |
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