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Aircraft Towbars & Towbar Heads
Aircraft towbars and heads connect the tug to the plane, so these bars must be made of high-quality materials and at the same manufacturing level. The safety of your aircraft and ground crew relies on these aircraft towbars and heads.
Each of the five types of towbars – all available for purchase from PJi –comes with its own advantages and disadvantages. These towbar types include:
- Multi-Head – Ability to change the heads to allow towing a wide range of aircraft.
- Custom – Specially built for a specific aircraft model.
- Portable – Use these towbars to take with you on trips or stow in the baggage compartment.
- Snap-Back – Small towbars that flex when the aircraft's safe turning radius is exceeded.
- Narrow & Wide Body – Large commercial aircraft towbars are used to tow in any environment.
PJi has the towbars and heads when you need them. View our full inventory here or contact our aviation specialists to purchase your next towbar or head with us!
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Tronair 01-0513-0000
Towbar Head Attachment for Twin Otter UV-18A Aircraft
Works with: Dash 6 (Twin Otter UV-18A)
Tronair 01-0515-0000
Towbar Head Attachment for Challenger 600 Series Aircraft
Works with: Challenger 601, Challenger 605 (CL605)
Tronair 01-0544-0000
Towbar Head Attachment for Twin Otter Aircraft with High-Float Tires
Works with: Dash 6 (Twin Otter UV-18A)
Tronair 01-0550-0000
Towbar Head Attachment with Radial Shear Protection – Select Challenger Aircraft
Works with: Challenger 600, Challenger 601, Challenger 604, Challenger 605 (CL605), Challenger 650
Tronair 01-0578-0010
Towbar Head Attachment for CL-215, CL-215T, & CL-415 Aircraft
Works with: CL-215, CL-215T, CL-415
Tronair 01-0586-0000
Towbar Head Attachment for Select Bombardier (Regional) Aircraft
Works with: Challenger 870, Challenger 890, CRJ700, CRJ705, CRJ900, CRJ1000
Used Tronair 01-0586-0000
Used CRJ / Challenger Aircraft Towbar Head
Works with: Challenger 870, Challenger 890, CRJ700, CRJ705, CRJ900, CRJ1000
Tronair 01-0591-0000
Towbar Head Attachment with Radial Shear Protection – Learjet Aircraft
Works with: C-21, Learjet 23, Learjet 24, Learjet 31, Learjet 31A, Learjet 35, Learjet 45, Learjet 55, Learjet 60, Learjet 70 & more...
Tronair 01-0597-0000
Towbar Head Attachment for Challenger 300 & 350 Aircraft
Works with: Challenger 300, Challenger 350
Tronair 01-0608-0000
Towbar Head Attachment with Radial Shear Protection – Learjet 85 Aircraft
Works with: Learjet 85
Tronair 01-0571-0011
Towbar Head Attachment with Radial Shear Protection – Select Bombardier & Hawker Aircraft
Works with: Challenger 850, Hawker 4000 (Horizon), CRJ100, CRJ200
Tronair 01-0538-0000
Towbar Head Attachment for Cessna Caravan 208, 208B, & 406 Aircraft
Works with: Caravan 208, Caravan 208B, Caravan 406
Used Tronair 01-0542-0000
Used Citation / Learjet Towbar Head
Works with: Bravo, Citation CJ1, Citation CJ2, Citation CJ3, Citation Encore 560, Citation I 500, Citation I/SP 501, Citation II 550, Citation SII, Citation Ultra 560 & more...
Used Tronair 01-0542-0010
Used Citation / Learjet Towbar Head
Works with: Bravo, Citation CJ1, Citation CJ2, Citation CJ3, Citation Encore 560, Citation I 500, Citation I/SP 501, Citation II 550, Citation SII, Citation Ultra 560 & more...
Tronair 01-0542-0010
Towbar Head Attachment without Shear Protection – Select Cessna Aircraft
Works with: Bravo, Citation CJ1, Citation CJ2, Citation CJ3, Citation Encore 560, Citation I 500, Citation I/SP 501, Citation II 550, Citation SII, Citation Ultra 560 & more...
Tronair 01-0594-0000
Towbar Head Attachment for Cessna Citation Aircraft
Works with: Citation 560 XL, Citation 560 XLS, Citation 650, Citation III, Citation IV, Citation Sovereign 680, Citation Ultra 560, Citation VI, Citation VII, Citation X 750 & more...
Tronair 01-0626-0000
Towbar Head Attachment with Shear Protection – Select Cessna Aircraft
Works with: Bravo, Citation CJ1, Citation CJ2, Citation CJ3, Citation Encore 560, Citation I 500, Citation I/SP 501, Citation II 550, Citation SII, Citation Ultra 560 & more...
Used BAC TY-CIT2
Used Citation Head - III,VI,VII,X,XL
Works with: Citation 560 XL, Citation III, Citation VI, Citation VII, Citation X 750
Are the same towbars used for all types of aircraft, or are they specific to certain models and sizes?
Most towbars are not universal and are typically specific to certain aircraft models and sizes. Different aircraft have varying nose landing gear configurations, weights, and towing point locations, which means that towbars must be designed to match the specific requirements of each aircraft type.
How are towbar heads or adapters used, and when are they necessary?
Towbar heads or adapters are used to make a standard towbar compatible with different types of aircraft. They serve as intermediary components that connect the towbar to the specific tow points or attachment points on an aircraft's nose landing gear.
What is the typical lifespan of an aircraft towbar, and how often should they be replaced?
The typical lifespan of an aircraft towbar can vary based on several factors, including the intensity of its usage, proper maintenance (or the lack thereof), the quality of its construction, and environmental conditions (such as exposure to extreme temperatures, corrosive substances, or harsh weather).
Like all ground support equipment (GSE), aircraft towbars should be regularly inspected to assess their condition. Any signs of wear, damage, or structural issues should be addressed promptly. Towbars that are damaged or have exceeded their recommended lifespan should be taken out of service.
