Electrodrive Heavy-Duty Tug Tough 10 Tonne is an Australian-made battery-powered industrial tug designed for a single operator to move large loads in airports, mining, factories, railways, vehicle maintenance and production environments.
Features of Electrodrive Tug Tough:
- Single-operator heavy-load handling allows one operator to hitch and move large industrial loads with less manual effort.
- Powerful 48 Volt drive system provides the drive power required for demanding towing applications.
- 10,000kg / 10 Tonne towing capacity applies on flat ground, with reduced towing capacity when operating on ramps up to 8 degrees.
- Optional 5000kg / 5 Tonne hydraulic lifting hitch is available across all models.
- Walk-ahead tiller control positions the operator in front of the tug for improved forward visibility when manoeuvring and turning.
- Manual or automated hitch options allow attachment to different trolley and load configurations and are sold separately, price on application.
- D.C. geared motor combines with a high-capacity programmable controller for powered towing performance.
- Rechargeable battery operation provides zero-emission operation for suitable indoor and industrial environments.
- Forward and reverse drive controls support convenient directional movement.
- Variable speed control allows the operator to adjust travel speed for the application.
- Automatic electromagnetic park brakes help secure the tug when stationary.
- Emergency brake release is provided as part of the tug's operating system.
- Quiet and smooth operation supports use around factories, workshops, hangars and other working environments.
- Low-maintenance design supports ongoing industrial use.
- Supplier states no licence is required for operation of the Tug Tough.
- Training and servicing programmes are available for operators and ongoing equipment support.
- Comprehensive warranty coverage includes a 12-month warranty on the machine and a 6-month warranty on the batteries and charger.
- Designed and manufactured in Australia for heavy-duty industrial towing applications.
- Optional safety accessories include an amber strobe light and beeping reversing light, both sold separately.
Specifications for Electrodrive Tug Tough:
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Capacity: |
10,000kg / 10 Tonne on flat ground |
| Ramp Operation: |
Reduced towing capacity on ramps up to 8 degrees |
| Drive System: |
48 Volt |
| Motor: |
D.C. geared motor |
| Controller: |
High-capacity programmable controller |
| Tiller Height: |
910mm |
| Tug Height: |
790mm |
| Length: |
1912mm |
| Width: |
650mm |
| Unit Weight: |
1000kg |
| Batteries: |
4 x 12V 70Ah MK-gel batteries |
| Charger: |
48V smart charger |
| Maximum Speed: |
Up to 2.5km/h |
| Speed Mode: |
Three-speed with forward, reverse and emergency stop |
| Park Brake: |
Automatic electromagnetic |
| Brake Release: |
Emergency brake release |
| Optional Lifting Hitch: |
5000kg / 5 Tonne hydraulic lifting hitch |
| Warranty - Machine: |
12 months |
| Warranty - Batteries & Charger: |
6 months |
| Manufacture: |
Designed and manufactured in Australia |
Optional Hitches & Accessories:
| Option | Details |
|---|
| Hydraulic Lifting Hitch: |
5000kg / 5 Tonne capacity; optional on all models |
| Manual Hitches: |
Wide variety available separately; price on application |
| Automated Hitches: |
Wide variety available separately; price on application |
| Amber Strobe Light: |
Optional extra; sold separately |
| Beeping Reversing Light: |
Optional extra; sold separately |
The Electrodrive Tug Tough is suited to airports, mining operations, factories, railways and heavy vehicle maintenance facilities. Common applications include pulling trucks and buses through production lines, moving heavy industrial loads and towing aircraft into or out of hangars.
