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TLD TMX-550 Aircraft Towing Tractor

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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

  • Length: 8,830 mm (348”)
  • Width: 2,980 mm (117”)
  • Height: 1,755 mm (69”)
  • Inside turning radius: 2,550 mm (100”)
  • Outside turning radius: 6,960 mm (274”)

  • Opened rear driving station or third enclosed cab
  • 90 KVA GPU at the rear
  • Mirror on front hitch
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hydraulically operated front and/or rear hitches
  • Elevating front cab
  • Obstacle detection device on the cab
  • Spare wheel
  • Special paint
  • Automatic or manual lubricating system
  • Integral hydraulic jacks for tire changes and maintenance (x4)
  • Air extraction device on cab
  • Rotating warning beacon
  • Rear camera
  • Crab mode from rear driving station
  • Jack plugs

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