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Aircraft Tugs DJ Products Model AircraftCaddy 4K / 8K
AircraftCaddy 4K and 8K Electric Aircraft Tug
Made to order
- Top speed
- 2 mph
- Footprint
- 70.5 x 40.5 in
- Battery
- 24 or 36 V
Price by written quote
Freight to your ZIP is on your quote.
Ask for Raphael Perlmann.
Reviews of our parent store Heavy Duty Mobility
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Highlights
- Built in a 4,000 lb or an 8,000 lb rating
- Works with or without wheel pants
- One person moves the aircraft at up to 2 mph
- Handlebars come off for storage
Where it works
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Hangars
Aircraft in and out with one person and no engine start.
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FBOs and ramps
Aircraft repositioned across the apron all day.
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Maintenance shops
Aircraft moved between bays without a tow crew.
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Flight schools
The training fleet lined up before the first lesson.
Specifications
Performance
| Towing capacity | Ask us |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 2 mph |
| Drive | 500 lb (4K) or 800 lb (8K) transaxle, 2 to 1 chain reduction |
| Speed | 0 to 2 mph forward and reverse |
Battery and charging
| Run time per charge | Ask us |
|---|---|
| Battery | 24 V two batteries or 36 V three batteries |
| Charger | Onboard |
| Batteries | 24 V with two batteries or 36 V with three |
Size and weight
| Overall length | 70.5 in |
|---|---|
| Overall width | 40.5 in |
| Overall height | 39.75 in |
Build and safety
| Frame | Heavy duty steel |
|---|---|
| Drive tire | 12 3/4 in diameter |
More details
| Aircraft capacity | 4,000 lb (4K) or 8,000 lb (8K) |
|---|---|
| Storage | Handlebars disassemble |
Reviews
Reviews of our parent store Heavy Duty Mobility
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Extremely fast and responsive. Cares deeply about their customers.
Cameron Tinker Google -
He even called me right after I placed the order online to review everything…
Veronica Trustpilot -
He really knows his products, was really quick looking up the answers…
Michele Stern Google
How we work
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You call or send the form
Tell us what you move and where. Add drawings if you have them.
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We check your route
Every door, ramp, turn and elevator, before we quote.
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We call the factory
We call the maker ourselves for build dates and answers.
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You get a written quote
It lists the machine, options, freight and build time.
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Approve and we order
We order from the factory and tell you the ship date.
Delivery
- Freight to your ZIP On your quote before you order
- US addresses only We sell and ship within the US
Overview
The AircraftCaddy 4K and 8K moves aircraft in and out of the hangar with one person. The 4K is rated for aircraft up to 4,000 lb with a 500 lb transaxle, and the 8K for aircraft up to 8,000 lb with an 800 lb transaxle. Both work on aircraft with or without wheel pants.
A twist grip sets speed from 0 to 2 mph forward and reverse, and a 2 to 1 chain reduction drives the tires. The battery system is 24 volt with two batteries or 36 volt with three, with an onboard charger. The handlebars come apart for shipping and storage.
Options include a wheel cradle or wheel guide for your nose gear, a hand crank or electric winch with strap, tow bars, foam filled turf tires, a ball hitch for trailers, a safety stop switch, a nine tooth gear for heavier aircraft and inclines, and the Magic Arm loading attachment.
Questions
Should we order the 4K or the 8K?
Pick by the maximum ramp weight of the heaviest aircraft you move. The 4K is rated to 4,000 lb and the 8K to 8,000 lb. Tell us the aircraft type and we confirm the rating.
Does it work with wheel pants?
Yes. A wheel cradle or a wheel guide is fitted to suit your nose gear, with or without pants. Send us the nose tire size.
How big is it?
About 70.5 inches long, 40.5 inches wide and 39.75 inches to the handle head, from the maker drawing.
Can it handle a sloped ramp?
A nine tooth gear option adds torque for heavier aircraft, inclines and bumps at a lower speed. Tell us the slope when you ask for a quote.
How do I get a price?
Call us or send the form. Tell us what you move, the route and your ZIP. We send a written quote with the machine, freight and build time.
How does it arrive?
Most machines go by freight truck from the factory. Parts and smaller items can go by FedEx or UPS. Freight to your ZIP is on your quote before you order. Rush and overnight shipping cost extra. We sell and ship to US addresses only.
Get a written quote
Get a written quote
Tell us what you need. We call you back with a written quote.