Douglas TLD400 Tug
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The Douglas TLD400 Tug is an essential piece of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) being a heavy-duty, pushback towbar-less tug designed for aircraft pushback and towing operations. It is commonly used for narrow-body and wide-body aircraft and is known for its durability, traction and operator-focused design.
TLD is a globally respected manufacturer of airport ground equipment, and the TLD400 reflects the company’s focus on performance, safety and long service life. The tractor is well suited to both commercial and military aviation environments where consistent aircraft handling capability is required.
The Douglas TLD400 is a heavy-duty aircraft towbarless tractor designed specifically for large commercial and military aircraft that require high nosewheel lift capacity and strong towing performance.
Because it has a cradle lifting capacity of around 45,000 kg, it’s suited to aircraft with very high nose gear loads, including wide-body and heavy freighter types.
Typical Aircraft Types the Douglas TLD400 Can Handle
Large Wide-Body Passenger Aircraft
- Boeing 747 (all variants, including 747-400 and 747-8)
- Boeing 777 series
- Boeing 787 Dreamliner
- Airbus A330
- Airbus A340
- Airbus A350
Very Large Aircraft
- Airbus A380 (depending on configuration and airport operating limits)
- Heavy Cargo / Freighter Aircraft
- Boeing 747 Freighter (BCF/ERF/8F)
- Boeing 777F
- Airbus A330F
Military and Special Mission Aircraft
- C-17 Globemaster III
- KC-46 Pegasus
- Large tanker or transport aircraft with comparable nose gear loads
Why It’s Suited to These Aircraft
The TLD400 is built for:
- High nosewheel weight lifting
- Towbarless handling of wide-body gear geometry
- Four-mode steering for tight ramp manoeuvring
- Long-distance towing on airfields
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Douglas |
| Model | TDL400 |
| Application | Aircraft Pushback |
| Year | TBA |
| Specification |
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Why Choose This Airport Ground Equipment?
Selecting proven airport ground equipment ensures safe aircraft operations, reduced downtime, and long-term cost efficiency. This unit represents a reliable solution for modern airport environments worldwide.
- As received from the relevant authority with a workshop check to make sure it operates but no reparatory works
(AS IS) or - Fully prepared including servicing of all major components and a fresh coat of paint
(PREPARED)
Worldwide delivery available.
Any item which is military by design or has component parts designed for military use will require an export license to be applied for if being exported from the United Kingdom,
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