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