Helicopter features and benefits

Helicopter towing Features and Benefits 

The Helitowcart is a swift, smart and safe helicopter towing device developed to meet the needs of busy pilots and mechanics. It is simple, fun and easy to use. It makes helicopter towing an effortless part of the flight process. Helitowcart makes helicopter towing a ... breeze !

Reduce labour cost, improve pilot autonomy & control mechanics productivity with a smart, swift and safe helicopter towing device. The Helitowcart is the affordable helicopter towing solution for performance conscious operators and owners.

Technical advantages
Features Benefits
  • Electric motors

  • Noiseless, clean, odours & fume free

  • Swift & silent operation in hangars

  • Proven best technology for external as well as internal use

  • Starts effortlessly, by anyone, every time

 

  • Battery operated

  • Type: 12 Volt deep cycle batteries, Group 24, 70-85amps hours,

  • Dimensions: 10 1/4”x6 13/16”x8 7/8” (26x17x23cm)

  • Availability: readily available from local retailers worldwide

  • Recommended: No maintenance batteries (GEL & AGM types)

  • Range: Above 65 cycles (i.e. above a week between charges)

  • Charging duration: Less than 8 hours

  • Battery life average with daily use: Over a year

Benefits of AGM batteries (Absorbent Glass Mat)

Maintenance free, sealed no leak design, higher cranking amps, lower self discharge & greater vibration resistance. Gel battery’s electrolyte is suspended in a silica-based gel, which produces a thick pasty material. AGM battery’s electrolyte is suspended in fibreglass mat separators, which act as absorbent sponges.

 

  • 300 watt motor for each traction wheel
  • Powerful traction power

  • Variable speed allowing helicopter movement at brisk walking pace

  • Integrated traction system: eliminates need for expensive separate tractor

 

  • Electronic controller

  • Top Quality, most reliable & effective brand on the market

  • Incredible precision

  • Torque control smooth and precise

  • Speed control is proportional for mastered movement in tight environments

 

  • Battery charger

  • 115v / 230 . Worldwide electrical compatibility

 

  • Pneumatic traction wheels

 

  • Large wheels: 13”x6” (33x15cm)

  • Great traction on uneven or soft terrain (for V201,V204,V403,V404)

 

  • Pneumatic swivel wheels

 

  • Soft & easy hangar rail crossings (for V201,V204,V403,V404)

 

  • Compact design

  • Stores easily under helicopter

  • Folding handle

 

  • Helicopter towing for most popular models

  • R22, R44, B206B-3, B206L-4, B407, EC120, EC130, EC135, EC145, BK117, AS350, AS355, EN280, EN480

 

Reduce labour cost, improve pilot autonomy & control mechanics productivity with a smart, swift and safe helicopter towing device. The Helitowcart is the affordable helicopter towing solution for performance conscious operators and owners.

Management priorities
Features Benefits
  • Cost efficient helicopter towing
  • Compact dimensions and easy storage under helicopter does not hinder on hangar payback floor surface
  • One tow cart can be used for all operations, this limiting investments to minimum: no additional tractors & no multiple helicopter towing devices needed
  • Allows daily helicopter towing for fleets with multiple helicopter models
  • Allows helicopter change without tow cart change
  • Great resell value due to its multiple applications
  • Improved personnel safety
  • Exertion free helicopter towing thus considerably deducing risks of back injuries
  • Improved operation efficiency
  • Single person operation allowing pilot independence & autonomy

  • Elimination of constant mechanics work interruptions

  • Hassle free device
  • Virtual maintenance free

  • Great reliability

  • Simple operation
  • No particular skills needed to operate this helicopter towing unit
  • Units in stock, ready to ship
  • Delivery 3-5 days
  • Shipped assembled
  • Minimal set-up required upon delivery in order to initiate helicopter towing
  • Worldwide shipping made simple
  • Fully organised crating, pick-up & outbound customs documents

  • Systematic shopping for best shipping deal for you

  • Warranty
  • 1 year
  • After sales service
  • Exceptional after sales service

  • Available 7/7 days

Simply...smart, swift & safe helicopter towing !

© 2008 Helitowcart by Vanair inc. All rights reserved. Last update: 18/04/2008

If you would like more information about our helicopter towing capabilities, tow carts & accessories, please e-mail us at: info@helitowcart.com

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