Towing tractor CHALLENGER 700

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The CHALLENGER 700 is a conventional aircraft tractor that is capable to handle push-back, repositioning and maintenance towing of all wide body aircraft including a fully loaded A380. The mechanical lock-up clutch of the new generation of power shift transmission reduces fuel consumption when moving at higher speed. The liftable power-pack compartment minimizes downtime of the tractor and reduces maintenance costs. Performance Dimensions (L x W x H) 7.760 x 3.000 x 2.060 mm (standard configuration w/o couplings) Drawbar pull 498 kN (calculated theoretical value, dependent on ballasted weight and adhesion factor) Turning radius 6.900 mm Weight 40 tons (without ballast) up to 70 tons (ballasted) Design Engine Deutz 6-cylinder diesel TCD 2015 V6 (COM IIIA / EPA-TIER3) Other engines or emission class on request. Transmission ZF-power shift transmission, converter gear, 6 speed forward, 3 speed reverse Axle Kessler front axle with hydro pneumatic suspension, Kessler rear axle rigidd Tyres 480/95R25X-STRADDLE Steering Hydraulic powered steering, (operational) front axle steering via Orbitrol, (operational) rear axle steered electronically, 4 steering modes: Front axle steering, rear axle steering, diagonal steering, all wheel steering Braking system Dual circuit hydraulic disc brakes, spring loaded parking brake Electric system 24V DC for vehicle electric system Driver’s cab Standard cab, liftable, closed with 2 seats Options Integrated hydraulic jacks, open or closed rear driver’s stand, tyres 18.00xR25, air conditioning, park heating system, GPU 90 kVA, central greasing station, PREMIUM cab. With STAGE-IIIB/TIER4i or STAGE-IV/TIER-4F engines the drawbar pull (DBP),