Used Lektro AP8600 EZ Towbarless Electric Aircraft Tug

The AP8600EZ is an all electric towbarless tractor for moving aircraft in the hangar or on ramp. It will tow aircraft up to 28,000 lbs.

Features

• Vehicle Drive: Heavy-duty 2.5 HP, 36-volt D.C. Traction Motor coupled to a heavy-duty Dana 44 Differential. 5.0 HP motor and Limited Slip Differential, Optional.
• Motor Speed Control: State of the art General Electric EV-100 LXT Elec- tronic Speed Control with on-board trouble shooting diagnostics. Speed con- trolled by combination Hand Throttle/Directional Lever.
• Batteries: Six 6-volt, 350 ampere hour Batteries wired in series.
• G.P.U.: Built-in 12/24/30 volt, 800 cold cranking ampere output capability, standard. 12/24/28 volt and 1175 cca system available.
• Motive Battery Charger: Fully automatic 36 ampere, 110-volt, Single Phase Charger, standard. 230-volt or 50 Hz, Optional.
• Nose Gear Lift Cradle: Lektro’s patented Universal Nose Gear Lift Cradle is activated by an Electric/Hydraulic pump assembly with single cylinder, and is capable of handling dual and single wheel aircraft. A hold-down provision for light-nosed aircraft as well as Wheel Faring Package is also available. Winch: Heavy-duty 2-speed Hand Winch. Strut and Winch Straps included.
• Steering: Automotive-type wheel coupled to an automotive gear box result- ing in very responsive steering action.
• Parking Brake: Foot operated mechanical / hydraulic activated Automatic Parking Brake.
• Front Drive Tires: Dual 4.80/4.00 x 8 6-ply Pneumatic Highway Drive Tires. Traction Tires and Chains optional for slippery conditions. Poly-foam filled tires available.
• Service Brakes: Foot operated single hydraulic disc-type Service Brakes acting at differential pinion shaft.
• Rear Steer Tires: Dual 4.80/4.00 x 8 6-ply Pneumatic Steer Tires. Poly-foam filled tires available. Steer Axle suspension, Optional.
• Lighting: Dual Forward Headlights. Aft Headlights, Optional.
• Extension Ladder: Four-step Ladder attached to operator’s back rest, Optional.
• Operator’s Compartment: Two person configuration, stand-up operation with restraint.
• Construction: Welded steel plate polymers, protected by primer and auto- motive grade, high-gloss red enamel paint. A special protective Polyurethane coating applied to decks, fenders, side and battery compartments to pre- vent rust, scratches and corrosion as well as custom colors are optional.

Specifications

• Length: 138.75 inches / 352.5 cm
• Width: 40.5 inches / 103 cm
• Height: 49.25 inches / 125.1 cm
• Turning Radius: 115.5 inches / 293 cm
• Wheel Base: 66.5 inches / 168.9 cm
• Vehicle Speed, Empty: 7 mph / 11.2 kph
• Vehicle Speed, Loaded: 3 mph / 4,8 kph
• Lift Cradle Capacity: 2800 lbs / 1270 kg
• Nose Gear Cradle Lifting Height: 9 inches / 23 cm
• Ground Clearance: 3.5 inches / 9 cm
• Chassis Weight w/ Batteries & Charger: 2650 lbs / 1202 kg

Comparable Model

Equivalent Lektro model includes AP8600.

*This list is for general reference only and may not be entirely acurate for all aircraft. Please confirm all equipment meets the requirements of your aircraft with the owners/maintenance manuals prior to purchasing or using with your aircraft.