Latest contribution in the product range is an environmental friendly hybrid powered TBL, with state of the art technology. Batteries are of the latest generation Lithium-ion type and tractor regenerates power from brakes and hydraulics. Tractor can be used for a full 8-hour shift without recharge because of the high capacity batteries and low energy consumptions.
Recharge is normally made from electric power line, but with a small diesel engine that automatically cuts in and charge the batteries there is no risk of being stranded.
Full power all the time
This technology is currently available on two of our tractors, the
TBL 50 and the
TBL 180. The powertrain is completely electric. The diesel engine will charge the batteries when needed. This means that full power is available at all times, regardless of the percentage charged.
During deceleration the electric motors function as generators charging the batteries, transforming the aircraft moving mass into energy. Since batteries can be charged even during short stops, they are able to drive the tractor the majority of the time.