Aircraft Tugs

Aircraft Tugs

Check out our patented lift system - it will make moving any aircraft safe and simple!

Tiffin Aire is proud to offer the Tiffin Aire Tug. The Tiffin Aire Tug combines a rugged tractor with our patented lift system to make it the most efficient and safest way to move aircraft on the ground. It will move anything from a Cessna 150 to a Citation with ease. No towbars, adaptors, jacks, or winches needed. It’s also a great labor saver – a one man operation.

25.5 HP Tiffin Aire Tug

Technical Specifications

  • Power Plant: 25.5 H.P. John Deere Torque, liquid cooled, V-Twin, pressure lubricated injection system with fuel injection. Operates on automotive 87 octane fuel.
  • Electrical System: 12 Volt, 20 AMP
  • Ignition: Electronic
  • Lift & Steering System: Hydraulic
  • Transmission: Hydrostatic
  • Standard Gauges: Fuel Gauge, Hour Meter, Oil Pressure Warning Light, Alternator Warning Light, PTO Warning Light, Water Temp. Gauge,Service Minder Light
  • Features: Tilt Steering Wheel, Parking Brake, Manual Positraction, Chrome Hub Caps, Safety Cable, Adjustable Tire Stops, Automatic Single Wheel Lift System, Utility Box, and Foot Brake, Cup Holder, Cell Plug
  • Lighting: Front & Rear (Halogen)
  • Fuel Capacity: 6.5 Gallons
  • Lift Capacity: 5,000 pounds
  • Rated Mover Capacity: 25,000 pounds
  • Weight: 1,765 pounds (without operator)
  • Tires: 18” X8.50 (pneumatic) front,
    26” X 12.00 (pneumatic rear)
  • Wheel Base: 76 inches
  • Overall Width: 46 inches
  • Overall Length: 148 inches
  • Paint: John Deere Green Enamel
  • Options: Chains, Pintle Hook, Wheel Weights, Chimed Wheel Lift Shoes

24 HP Tiffin Aire Tug

Technical Specifications

  • Power Plant: 24 H.P., liquid cooled, Yanmar 3 cylinder, indirect fuel injection, Operates on Diesel No. 1 or No. 2 fuel.
  • Electrical System: 12 Volt, 20 AMP
  • Ignition: Electronic
  • Lift & Steering System: Hydraulic
  • Transmission: Hydrostatic
  • Standard Gauges: Fuel Gauge, Hour Meter, Oil Pressure Warning Light, Alternator Warning Light, Water Temperature Gauge, and PTO Warning Light, Service Minder Light
  • Features: Tilt Steering Wheel, Parking Brake, Manual Positraction, Chrome Hub Caps, Safety Cable, Adjustable Tire Stops, Automatic Single Wheel Lift System, Utility Box, and Foot Brake, Cup Holder, Cell Plug
  • Lighting: Front & Rear (Halogen)
  • Fuel Capacity: 6.5 Gallons
  • Lift Capacity: 5,000 pounds
  • Rated Mover Capacity: 25,000 pounds
  • Weight: 1,915 pounds (without the operator)
  • Tires: 18” X 8.50 (pneumatic) front
    26” X 12.00 (pneumatic rear)
  • Wheel Base: 76 inches
  • Overall Width: 46 inches
  • Overall Length: 148 inches
  • Paint: John Deere Green Enamel
  • Options: Wheel Chains, Pintle Hook, Wheel Weights, Chimed Wheel Lift Shoes

22 HP Tiffin Aire Tug

Technical Specifications

  • Power Plant: 22 H.P. John Deere Torque, liquid cooled, V-Twin, pressure lubricated injection system with fuel injection. Operates on automotive 87 octane fuel.
  • Electrical System: 12 Volt, 20 AMP
  • Ignition: Electronic
  • Lift & Steering System: Hydraulic
  • Transmission: Hydrostatic
  • Standard Gauges: Fuel Gauge, Hour Meter, Oil Pressure Warning Light, Alternator Warning Light, PTO Warning Light, Water Temp. Gauge,Service Minder Light
  • Features: Tilt Steering Wheel, Parking Brake, Manual Positraction, Chrome Hub Caps, Safety Cable, Adjustable Tire Stops, Automatic Single Wheel Lift System, Utility Box, and Foot Brake, Cup Holder, Cell Plug
  • Lighting: Front & Rear (Halogen)
  • Fuel Capacity: 6.5 Gallons
  • Lift Capacity: 5,000 pounds
  • Rated Mover Capacity: 25,000 pounds
  • Weight: 1,765 pounds (without operator)
  • Tires: 18” X8.50 (pneumatic) front,
    26” X 12.00 (pneumatic rear)
  • Wheel Base: 76 inches
  • Overall Width: 46 inches
  • Overall Length: 148 inches
  • Paint: John Deere Green Enamel
  • Options: Chains, Pintle Hook, Wheel Weights, Chimed Wheel Lift Shoes

Need More Info?

Please email or call Andrew Newman for more info about the most efficient aircraft mover
1(800) 458-2487 or [email protected]

  • Unique design outperforms conventional tugs; moves aircraft in half the time
  • Excellent traction
  • Can handle dual or single wheel aircraft
  • Adjusts to different tire sizes
  • Use on aircraft with wheel pants
  • Dual lift system will lift up to 12”, lowering the tail for low door headers
  • No metal to metal contact
  • Attaches to tire only, rubber absorbs the shock
  • Hydraulically operated lift system
  • Gas and diesel engines available
  • Automatic transmission
  • Power steering
  • Excellent visibility for operating inside hangars
  • Articulated main frame provides excellent maneuverability and safety to aircraft turn limits
  • Works great on turf surfaces too