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A1

Alpha 1 – Compact, Capable, and Built for the Travel Life
The Alpha 1 is the most compact tug in the Best Tugs lineup—but don’t let its size fool you. With a towing capacity of up to 2,600 lbs, the A1 is small, smart, and built to move.

Its folding frame makes it easy to stow in your hangar, airplane, or even the back of your vehicle. Designed for wheel fairing, non-fairing, and tailwheel aircraft, this tug gives you reliable control with no unnecessary bulk.

The A1 features:
✅ Smart Torque Control – Reduces nose gear stress
✅ Auto Throttle Response – Smooth and safe acceleration
✅ Manual Attachment System – Lightweight and simple
✅ Fold-away portability – The most travel-friendly tug we offer

If you're looking for a tug that’s easy to store, quick to deploy, and packed with pilot-focused safety features, the Alpha 1 delivers.

 Maximum Towing Capacity 2,600 LBS

Top speed

2 MPH

110-240V Smart Charger

Length

48-64” (collapsed 18”)

Width

15”

Height

39” (collapsed 18”)

Weight *Can Vary 

70 LBS (Boxed approx. 85 LBS)

Compatible Aircraft

Aviat


Bonanza


Cessna
120
140
150
152
160
162
170
172
177
180
350
400

Cub Crafters


Diamond
DA-20

Mooney
M18
M10
M20C

 

Vans

RV-3

RV-4

RV-6

RV-6A

RV-7

RV-7A

RV-8

RV-8A

RV-9

RV-9A

RV-10

RV-12iS

RV-14

RV-14A

*Other aircraft may be compatible*

Cirrus

SR20

SR22

Piper

PA-12

PA-14

PA-18

PA-20

PA-28

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