MT-280 Motrec

  • Long-lasting, battery-saving LED lights provides stronger, longer-lasting lighting for greater safety. Efficient design is easy on the battery current and requires minimal maintenance. LED lights that are both esthetic and built to last under all conditions.
  • AC controller with sealed connectors paired with multifunction display allows for precise speed control for greater safety and vehicle performance. Includes indicators for speed, battery state of charge, hour meter, odometer and fault warnings. Password-protected parameters and monitoring capability.
  • High-efficiency asynchronous AC / Direct Drive motor offers better control for full motor performance, as well as higher possible speeds and better torque at low speeds. Maintenance-free brushless electric motor equipped with temperature and speed sensors.
  • Robust long-life industrial batteries no more mid-shift recharging! These powerful batteries can last a full shift, even with long distances. Supports Opportunity Rapid charging. Encased for easy replacing. Various options and models available.
  • Inboard / portable high frequency PFC battery charger provides reliable, quality charging. High frequency power factor-corrected charger improves battery performance and prevents power surges. High efficiency and global AC input. Available in inboard or portable models with several voltage options.

 

36V 36V HD 36V SD
POWERTRAIN
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
Drive Axle Helical gear differential Helical gear differential Helical gear differential
Transmission Direct drive Direct drive Direct drive
Controller SEPEX Electronic speed controller AC Electronic speed controller AC Electronic speed controller
ENERGY
Voltage 36V 36V 36V
Battery No battery included No battery included No battery included
Charger No charger included No charger included No charger included
CHASSIS
Body All-steel unibody construction. Powder Coating. All-steel unibody construction All-steel unibody construction
Suspension Coil springs & shock absorbers (front and rear) Dual coil springs & shock absorbers front and Dual leaf springs on rear Dual coil springs & shock absorbers front and Dual leaf springs on rear
Brakes Rear hydraulic drum brakes, hand lever parking brake, regenerative braking Rear hydraulic drum brakes, regenerative braking Rear hydraulic drum brakes, regenerative braking
Wheels 4.8×8 LRC pneumatic tires 4.8×8 LRC pneumatic tires 4.8×8 LRC pneumatic tires
Steering 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
EQUIPMENT
Lights LED headlight & tail/brake light LED headlight & tail/brake light LED headlight & tail/brake light
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.
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
Safety 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.

Details

Manufacturing’s favorite workhorse.

This hardworking tow tractor delivers outstanding performance. With its efficient AC direct-drive motor and up to 16,000-lb 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.

Equipment Type
Industrial Tow Tractors / Industrial Vehicles