Powertug for Piper Meridian
 

Hi Guys,

Looking for an power-tug for a Piper Meridian(2014). Preferably electric.

Any experience or recommendations?

Have a great day! / Erik

We have a prominent incline in front of our hanger, so a tug is absolutely needed, we are very happy with our SUPER STRIKER electric tug from NW Manufacturing.

Here

It works on most any corporate aircraft with a single nose wheel, turn limits are never exceeded because the nose wheel doesn't need to move at all, it swivels freely on the dolly, so you can make 90 degree turns if needed. Has plenty of power to get our TBM up the hill, and makes 0 noise, I think ours was just under $5000.

Others on my field have also purchased the Robo Tug which is a little remote control device, they are great for stacking a hanger if you are alone, kind of pricey though at around $10, 000.

Here are a couple manufacturers of remotes:

Smart Tug

Here's another: Tow Bot

Cheers

A friend of mine tows his Malibu around with a Craftsman lawn tractor with the mower attachment removed. Works like a charm.

Thanks alot for the info!:) Fly safe / Erik

Does anyone have any experience on this tug?

HEAVY DUTY TOW BUDDY CORDLESS POWERBAR from Aircraft Spruce

I don't need experience on that thing to know its inadequate, you own a Meridian and you can't afford a real tug? :rolleyes:

You get what you pay for.