Airport electric cargo handling tractors

Handling cargo at airports requires powerful vehicles that are, at the same time, small and manoeuvrable, capable of moving in tight spaces and inaccessible areas. Vehicles with these characteristics are often difficult to find and often you have to choose between manoeuvring efficiency and towing power. Alkè, with its line of electric tractors, has designed a completely ecological vehicle that can satisfy both needs.
Below are the main features:

Alkè tow tractors for airports

Being fully electric, Alka' towing tractors are expressly designed for use in airports and functional to the operator needs. Thanks to the 48V AC electric motor they can reach a power output of 14 kW with a towing capacity of 4,500 Kg and a maximum traction power of 6,500 N. Rear-wheel drive vehicles ATX330EH and ATX340EH are also capable of handling loads in poorly equipped areas overcoming slopes of 20%. In addition to the lights supplied as standard (sidelights, dipped beam, main beam, turning signals, hazard lights, etc.) our airport vehicles are also equipped with a rear work light to illuminate the coupling and uncoupling area of trailers and generating units and ensure unmatched manoeuvrability in complete safety. With the help of the rear control device for short movements, the Alkè electric towing tractor allow the presence of just one operator that, via the appropriate buttons, can easily manage to couple the trailer to the vehicle.

Alkè tow tractors for airports

With a very tight turning radius (320 cm) and compact size, these vehicles are ideal for operations inside the baggage handling areas. The electric tractors with loading platform can also carry up to 1,370 kg. The long-life battery ensures the performance of all operations for the duration of the work shift without the need for intermediate charging. The 340EH model is equipped with a removable battery pack to allow it work on multiple shifts. ATX340EH and ATX330EH offer not only efficiency, but also savings, as they make it possible to both perform all routine airport operations and make savings on fuel costs and to aid the operators during operations , ensuring increased productivity and lower operating costs. The loading area of the Alkè electric airport tractors can be prepared with different equipment depending on the need: body tarp, steel mesh sides, closed loading bed, etc.; Alkè is able to provide valuable support in choosing the best combination to meet the specific needs of each client.