CHALLENGER 430
Aircraft tractor
Adaptable medium-size aircraft tractor
Description
The CHALLENGER 430 is a conventional aircraft tractor that is capable to handle push-back, repositioning and maintenance towing of aircraft up to a fully loaded Boeing B777.
The hydro-pneumatic front axle suspension provides best possible driving comfort for the operator. The crane-liftable power-pack compartment minimizes downtime of the tractor and reduces maintenance costs.
Technical specs
Performance
| Capacity | Aircraft weight up to 380 tons |
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| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 6.910 x 2.700 x 2.060 mm (standard configuration w/o couplings) |
| Drawbar pull | 335 kN (calculated theoretical value, dependent on ballasted weight and adhesion factor) |
| Driving speed | 30 km/h (depends on ballasted weight) |
| Turning radius | 6.400 mm |
| Weight | 27 tons (without ballast) up to 43 tons (ballasted) |
Design
| Engine | Cummins Diesel Engine B6.7 (Stage-V), liquid-cooled Power output: 194 kW (264 PS / 260 HP) |
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| Transmission | ZF-power shift transmission, converter gear, 6 speed forward, 3 speed reverse |
| Axle | Front axle with hydro-pneumatic suspension, rear axle without suspension |
| Tyres | 14.00-24 ContainerMaster28PR E4 TT |
| 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 |
