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=== Tow Bars ===
Note: the attach point on the RV-10 nose wheel is a socket head screw with an OD of 9/16 (0.5625). See [https://store.vansaircraft.com/3-8-24-x-1-3-4-socket-head-cap-screw-screw-3-8-24x1-3-4.html Bolt at Vans]
* [http://www.brackettaircraft.com/universal%20towbars.htm Brackett] universal tow bar needs the T-750 adapter
=== Companies offering Tugs ===
=== Companies offering Tugs ===
*[https://www.besttugs.com/pages/lineup Best Tugs]
* [https://acairtechnology.com/ AC Air Technology]<br>[[File:Screen Shot 2024-04-02 at 8.55.23 AM.png|300px]]
** A2
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* [https://www.amigoaerotow.com/ Aerotow]<br>[[File:Screen Shot 2024-04-02 at 8.57.24 AM.png|300px|border]]
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* [https://airtug.com/product/the-nfe-4-aircraft-tug/ Airtug]<br>[[File:Screen Shot 2024-04-02 at 8.59.20 AM.png|300x300px|border]]
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* [https://www.besttugs.com/products Best Tugs]
** [https://www.besttugs.com/a-2-info A2]<br>[[File:Screen Shot 2024-04-02 at 9.04.23 AM.png|300px|border]]
*** 2600 weight capacity
*** 2600 weight capacity
*** High speed range control
*** High speed range control
*** No Lazy Susan or Ez load option available
*** No Lazy Susan or Ez load option available
** A3
** [https://www.besttugs.com/a-3-info A3]<br>[[File:Screen Shot 2024-04-02 at 9.07.58 AM.png|300px|border]]
*** 3600 weight capacity
*** 3600 weight capacity
*** Low and High speed range control
*** Low and High speed range control
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*** N# Decals
*** N# Decals
*** Custom Frame Colors
*** Custom Frame Colors
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* [https://www.sportys.com/gotow-drill-powered-tow-bar.html GoTow Drill Powered Tow Bar]<br>[[File:Screen Shot 2024-04-02 at 9.26.03 AM.png|300px]]
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* [https://www.minimaxtugs.com/ MiniMax Tugs]<br>[[File:Screen Shot 2024-04-02 at 9.28.45 AM.png|300px|border]]
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* [https://www.powertow.com/single-wheel-electric-tug.html Power Tow]
* [https://www.powertow.com/single-wheel-electric-tug.html Power Tow]
** 40 EZ Aircraft Tug
** 40 EZ Aircraft Tug<br>[[File:Screen Shot 2024-04-02 at 9.30.39 AM.png|300px|border]]
** ThunderVolt 12 Volt
** ThunderVolt 12 Volt<br>[[File:Screen Shot 2024-04-02 at 9.32.34 AM.png|300px|border]]
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=== Build your own Tug ===
=== Build your own Tug ===
* Tow Tuff TMD-3500ETD [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B089QX3CL2 at Amazon] [https://www.target.com/p/tow-tuff-tmd-35etd8-adjustable-3500-lbs-capacity-electric-utility-trailer-dolly-green/-/A-82166319 at Target]
* [https://www.kitplanes.com/build-an-electric-tug-for-your-airplane/ Kitplanes tug ]<br>[[File:Screen Shot 2024-04-02 at 8.39.31 AM.png|300px]]
* Open Source project, see Dan Morris's [https://www.facebook.com/groups/52637485835/?multi_permalinks=10158551053235836 FB Post] / [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qyoJmfmVC4g YouTube]<br>[[File:Screen Shot 2024-04-02 at 8.44.49 AM.png|300px]]
* Converting tugs for trailers
** [[Tow Tuff TMD-3500ETD hints]] ([https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B089QX3CL2 link to Amazon], [https://www.target.com/p/tow-tuff-tmd-35etd8-adjustable-3500-lbs-capacity-electric-utility-trailer-dolly-green/-/A-82166319 link to Target])<br>[[File:Screen Shot 2024-04-02 at 8.41.35 AM.png|300px|border]]
 
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Latest revision as of 16:33, 2 April 2024

Tow Bars

Note: the attach point on the RV-10 nose wheel is a socket head screw with an OD of 9/16 (0.5625). See Bolt at Vans

  • Brackett universal tow bar needs the T-750 adapter

Companies offering Tugs

  • Best Tugs
    • A2
      • 2600 weight capacity
      • High speed range control
      • No Lazy Susan or Ez load option available
    • A3
      • 3600 weight capacity
      • Low and High speed range control
      • No Lazy Susan or Ez load option available
    • Options
      • Dual Tundra Package (oversize tires)
      • Single Tundra Package (oversize tires)
      • Fire Extinguisher
      • Led Light
      • Trailer Tow Attachment
      • Regenerative Braking
      • Anodized Blue or Red
      • Under glow
      • N# Decals
      • Custom Frame Colors
  • Power Tow
    • 40 EZ Aircraft Tug
    • ThunderVolt 12 Volt

Build your own Tug

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