TLD TPX-100-E

TLD TPX-100-E Electric Towbarless Aircraft Tractor

The TLD TPX-100-E is a proven electric towbarless aircraft tractor designed for safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly pushback and towing operations of regional and narrow-body aircraft weighing up to 100 tonnes. Combining TLD's renowned reliability with a powerful AC electric drive system, the TPX-100-E offers airports, ground handlers, airlines, and MRO providers a cost-effective solution for daily aircraft movements.

Engineered to handle aircraft from the Saab 2000 up to the Boeing 757, the TPX-100-E features an advanced towbarless cradle system that accommodates a wide range of nose landing gear configurations, including inclined nose gears. Its automatic loading and unloading functions help ensure safe operation while reducing turnaround times and minimizing the risk of aircraft damage.

The fully electric drivetrain utilizes two powerful AC motors with regenerative braking technology, resulting in lower maintenance costs, reduced energy consumption, and zero local emissions. Combined with excellent visibility, precise hydrostatic steering, and a comfortable enclosed operator cabin, the TPX-100-E delivers outstanding maneuverability in congested airport environments.

Key Features

• Electric towbarless aircraft tractor
• Suitable for aircraft up to 100 tonnes
• Compatible with regional aircraft and narrow-body jets
• Twin 11 kW AC electric drive motors
• Automatic nose gear loading and unloading system
• Overtorque protection for aircraft nose landing gear
• Regenerative braking system
• Hydrostatic rear-wheel steering
• PLC-controlled operating cycles
• Integrated laser guidance system
• Enclosed operator cabin with suspended seat
• Low operating and maintenance costs
• Environmentally friendly zero-emission operation

Technical Specifications

• Aircraft Capacity: Up to 100 tonnes
• Drive Motors: 2 × 11 kW AC electric motors
• Drawbar Pull: Up to 3,900 daN / 8,730 lbs
• Maximum Nose Gear Load: 10,000 daN / 22,000 lbs
• Maximum Nose Wheel Width: 950 mm / 37.4”
• Maximum Travel Speed: 15 km/h / 9.4 mph
• Battery Configuration: 80 V / 775 Ah
• Gross Weight: 7,850 kg
• Length: 6,690 mm
• Width: 2,500 mm
• Height: 1,850 mm
• Turning Radius: 7,655 mm

Typical Aircraft Applications

Suitable Aircraft Types

The TLD TPX-100-E is designed to handle a wide range of regional, business, and narrow-body aircraft up to 100 tonnes MTOW, including:

• Bombardier CRJ Series: CRJ100, CRJ200, CRJ700, CRJ900, CRJ1000
• Embraer Regional Jets: ERJ-135, ERJ-140, ERJ-145
• Embraer E-Jets: E170, E175, E190, E195
• Saab 2000
• Fokker Aircraft: Fokker 70, Fokker 100
• BAE Systems: BAe 146, Avro RJ70, RJ85, RJ100
• Airbus A220 Family: A220-100, A220-300
• Airbus A320 Family: A318, A319, A320, A321
• Boeing 737 Family: B737-300, B737-400, B737-500, B737-600, B737-700, B737-800, B737-900
• Boeing B757-200 (max 100T)
• McDonnell Douglas: MD-80 Series, MD-90, Boeing 717

This towbarless aircraft tug is an ideal solution for operators seeking a reliable pushback tractor for CRJ900, CRJ1000, E190, E195, Boeing 737-800, Airbus 220, Airbus A320, Airbus A321, Boeing 757-200 and similar aircraft types.

Available from Aviaco GSE

Looking for a reliable TLD TPX-100-E towbarless tractor? Aviaco GSE supplies quality pre-owned aircraft pushback tractors and towing equipment worldwide. Contact our team for current availability, pricing, technical documentation, and delivery options.