This hardworking tow tractor delivers outstanding performance. With its efficient AC direct-drive motor and 16,000-lb.* towing capacity, the MT-280 is ideal for moving trailers over long distances. It’s also narrow enough to fit through most door openings. From its all-steel construction and demountable bumpers to its high torque drum brakes, this tugger is built for years of heavy use in total comfort and safety. The easy-to-access under seat industrial battery prevents mid-shift interruptions.
Brushless AC motor, 7.5 HP Intermittent, 10 HP Max
Brushless AC motor, 7.5 HP Intermittent, 10 HP Max
Drive Axle
Differential with automotive ring gear
Helical gear differential
Helical gear differential
Helical gear differential
Transmission
Dual V-belt drive
Direct drive
Direct drive
Direct drive
Controller
SEPEX Electronic speed controller
SEPEX Electronic speed controller
AC Electronic speed controller
AC Electronic speed controller
Energy
Voltage
24V
36V
36V
36V
Battery
Four 6V-232AH batteries
No battery included
No battery included
No battery included
Charger
High-Frequency Charger, improves battery performance, prevents current surge, 50/60HZ, 110/220VAC
No charger included
No charger included
No charger included
Chassis
Body
14-G diamond-plate steel body, tubular frame
14-G diamond-plate steel body, tubular frame
All-steel unibody construction
All-steel unibody construction
Suspension
Coil springs & shock absorbers (front and rear)
Coil springs & shock absorbers (front and rear)
Dual coil springs & shock absorbers front and Dual leaf springs on rear
Dual coil springs & shock absorbers front and Dual leaf springs on rear
Brakes
Dual self-adjusting mechanical drum brakes on rear, hand lever parking brake, regenerative braking
Rear hydraulic drum brakes, hand lever parking brake, regenerative braking
Rear hydraulic drum brakes, regenerative braking
Rear hydraulic drum brakes, regenerative braking
Steering
Handlebar
Automotive steering wheel
Automotive steering wheel
Automotive steering wheel
Equipment
Indicators
Battery status indicator
Battery status indicator
Multifunction display including speedometer, battery state of charge, hour meter, odometer and fault warnings. Password-protected parameters and monitoring capability.
Multifunction display including speedometer, battery state of charge, hour meter, odometer and fault warnings. Password-protected parameters and monitoring capability.
Accessories
Bolt-on bumpers and rear wheel guards, 24V accessories to equalize cells and extend battery life
36V/12V converter for 12-volt accessories, bolt-on bumpers and rear wheel guards
36V/12V converter for 12-volt accessories, bolt-on front bumper
36V/12V converter for 12-volt accessories, bolt-on front bumper