This hardworking tow tractor delivers outstanding performance. With its efficient AC direct-drive motor and 7,257 kg.* towing capacity, the MT-280 is ideal for moving trailers over long distances. It’s also narrow enough to fit through most door openings. From its all-steel construction and demountable bumpers to its high torque drum brakes, this tugger is built for years of heavy use in total comfort and safety. The easy-to-access under seat industrial battery prevents mid-shift interruptions. EE rating available.
36V | 36V HD | 36V SD | 48V Lithium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Power Train | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Motor | 10 HP shunt motor | Brushless AC motor, 7.5 HP Intermittent, 10 HP Max | Brushless AC motor, 7.5 HP Intermittent, 10 HP Max | 10 HP Shunt motor |
Drive Axel | Helical gear differential | Helical gear differential | Helical gear differential | Helical gear differential |
Transmission | Direct drive | Direct drive | Direct drive | Direct drive |
Controller | SEPEX Electronic speed controller | Electronic AC speed controller | Electronic AC speed controller | – |
Energy | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Voltage
| 36V | 36V | 36V | 48V |
Battery
| No battery included | No battery included | “No battery included | Lithium 48V-180Ah 9.3Kwh, Lithium 48V-240 Ah 12.4Kwh |
Charger
| No charger included | No charger included | No charger included | 48V High-frequency on-board charger 1.2Kwh, 48V High-frequency on-board charger 2.4Kwh |
Chassis | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Body | All-steel unibody construction | All-steel unibody construction, Powder coating | Brushless AC motor, 7.5 HP Intermittent, 10 HP Max | 10 HP Shunt motor |
Suspension | Front coil spring and shock absorbers, Rear dual coil springs and shock absorber | Dual coil springs & shock absorbers front and Dual leaf springs on rear | Dual coil springs & shock absorbers front and Dual leaf springs on rear | Front coil spring and shock absorbers, Rear dual coil springs and shock absorber |
Brakes
| Rear hydraulic drum brakes, hand lever parking brake, regenerative braking | Rear hydraulic drum brakes, regenerative braking | Rear hydraulic drum brakes, regenerative braking | Rear wheel hydraulic drum brakes, Hand lever parking brake, Regenerative braking |
Wheels
| 4.8×8 LRC pneumatic tyres | 4.8×8 LRC pneumatic tyres | 4.8×8 LRC pneumatic tyres | 4.8×8 LRC pneumatic tyres |
Steering | Automotive steering wheel | Automotive steering wheel | Automotive steering wheel | Automotive steering wheel |
Seats | Bucket seat on slide adjusters | Bucket seat on slide adjusters | Bucket seat on slide adjusters | Bucket seat on slide adjusters |
Equipment | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Lights | LED headlight & tail/brake light | LED headlight & tail/brake light | LED headlight & tail/brake light | LED headlight & tail/brake light |
Indicators | Name: specification-table-body-variant1-indicators Battery status indicator | Multifunction display including speedometer, battery state of charge, hour meter, odometer and fault warnings. Password-protected parameters and monitoring capability | Multifunction display including speedometer, battery state of charge, hour meter, odometer and fault warnings. Password-protected parameters and monitoring capability. | Battery status indicator |
Accessories | 36V/12V converter for 12-volt accessories, bolt-on bumpers and rear wheel guards | 36V/12V converter for 12-volt accessories, bolt-on front bumper | 36V/12V converter for 12-volt accessories, bolt-on front bumper | 48V/12VDC converter, Converter for 12-volt accessories, Bolt-on bumpers, Rear wheel guards |
Safety | Reverse alarm, deadman seat switch, horn | Reverse alarm, deadman seat switch, horn | Reverse alarm, deadman seat switch, horn | Reverse alarm, deadman seat switch, horn |
Specifications and standard equipment are subject to change without notice.
Power Train | ||
|---|---|---|
Motor | 10 HP shunt motor | |
Drive Axel | Helical gear differential | |
Transmission | Direct drive | |
Controller | SEPEX Electronic speed controller | |
Energy | ||
|---|---|---|
Voltage
| 36V | |
Battery
| No battery included | |
Charger
| No charger included | |
Chassis | ||
|---|---|---|
Body | All-steel unibody construction | |
Suspension | Front coil spring and shock absorbers, Rear dual coil springs and shock absorber | |
Brakes
| Rear hydraulic drum brakes, hand lever parking brake, regenerative braking | |
Wheels
| 4.8×8 LRC pneumatic tyres | |
Steering | Automotive steering wheel | |
Seats | Bucket seat on slide adjusters | |
Equipment | ||
|---|---|---|
Lights | LED headlight & tail/brake light | |
Indicators | Name: specification-table-body-variant1-indicators Battery status indicator | |
Accessories | 36V/12V converter for 12-volt accessories, bolt-on bumpers and rear wheel guards | |
Safety | Reverse alarm, deadman seat switch, horn | |
Specifications and standard equipment are subject to change without notice.
Power Train | ||
|---|---|---|
Motor | Brushless AC motor, 7.5 HP Intermittent, 10 HP Max | |
Drive Axel | Helical gear differential | |
Transmission | Direct drive | |
Controller | Electronic AC speed controller | |
Energy | ||
|---|---|---|
Voltage
| 36V | |
Battery
| No battery included | |
Charger
| No charger included | |
Chassis | ||
|---|---|---|
Body | All-steel unibody construction | |
Suspension | Dual coil springs & shock absorbers front and Dual leaf springs on rear | |
Brakes
| Rear hydraulic drum brakes, regenerative braking | |
Wheels
| 4.8×8 LRC pneumatic tyres | |
Steering | Automotive steering wheel | |
Seats | Bucket seat on slide adjusters | |
Equipment | ||
|---|---|---|
Lights | LED headlight & tail/brake light | |
Indicators | Multifunction display including speedometer, battery state of charge, hour meter, odometer and fault warnings. Password-protected parameters and monitoring capability | |
Accessories | 36V/12V converter for 12-volt accessories, bolt-on front bumper | |
Safety | Reverse alarm, deadman seat switch, horn | |
Specifications and standard equipment are subject to change without notice.
Power Train | ||
|---|---|---|
Motor | Brushless AC motor, 7.5 HP Intermittent, 10 HP Max | |
Drive Axel | Helical gear differential | |
Transmission | Direct drive | |
Controller | Electronic AC speed controller | |
Energy | ||
|---|---|---|
Voltage
| 36V | |
Battery
| “No battery included | |
Charger
| No charger included | |
Chassis | ||
|---|---|---|
Body | All-steel unibody construction | |
Suspension | Dual coil springs & shock absorbers front and Dual leaf springs on rear | |
Brakes
| Rear hydraulic drum brakes, regenerative braking | |
Wheels
| 4.8×8 LRC pneumatic tyres | |
Steering | Automotive steering wheel | |
Seats | Bucket seat on slide adjusters | |
Equipment | ||
|---|---|---|
Lights | LED headlight & tail/brake light | |
Indicators | Multifunction display including speedometer, battery state of charge, hour meter, odometer and fault warnings. Password-protected parameters and monitoring capability. | |
Accessories | 36V/12V converter for 12-volt accessories, bolt-on front bumper | |
Safety | Reverse alarm, deadman seat switch, horn | |
Specifications and standard equipment are subject to change without notice.
Power Train | ||
|---|---|---|
Motor | 10 HP Shunt motor | |
Drive Axel | Helical gear differential | |
Transmission | Direct drive | |
Controller | SEPEX Electronic speed controller | |
Energy | ||
|---|---|---|
Voltage
| 48V | |
Battery
| Lithium 48V-180Ah 9.3Kwh, Lithium 48V-240 Ah 12.4Kwh | |
Charger
| 48V High-frequency on-board charger 1.2Kwh, 48V High-frequency on-board charger 2.4Kwh | |
Chassis | ||
|---|---|---|
Body | All-steel unibody construction, Powder coating | |
Suspension | Front coil spring and shock absorbers, Rear dual coil springs and shock absorber | |
Brakes
| Rear wheel hydraulic drum brakes, Hand lever parking brake, Regenerative braking | |
Wheels
| 4.8×8 LRC pneumatic tyres | |
Steering | Automotive steering wheel | |
Seats | Bucket seat on slide adjusters | |
Equipment | ||
|---|---|---|
Lights | LED headlight & tail/brake light | |
Indicators | Battery status indicator | |
Accessories | 48V/12VDC converter, Converter for 12-volt accessories, Bolt-on bumpers, Rear wheel guards | |
Safety | Reverse alarm, deadman seat switch, horn | |
Specifications and standard equipment are subject to change without notice.
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We offer delivery across Australia, with freight costs based on your order and delivery requirements.
For shipments over 20 kg, freight costs are subject to a forklift or stacker being available onsite for unloading.
*Additional charges may apply if tailgate unloading is required.
Please contact us before ordering if you require this service.
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