Most popularRTD-6503 · 28V
Robotow Pro 28V Kit
The most versatile Robotow we build.
- Range
- 1,000+ ft per charge
- Battery
- 28V
Starting at
$2,045
RTD Series · Elida, Ohio · Est. 1974
Move your aircraft
with precision.
Portable, battery-powered aircraft tow systems and adapters, engineered for singles and twins for over fifty years.
RTD-35 · In use
50+
Years
1000ft
Per charge
USA
Made
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RTD-28VL · 28V
28VL Cordless Universal Robotow Kit
Our lightest cordless Robotow.
- Range
- 1,000+ ft per charge
- Battery
- 28V
Starting at
$1,897
RTD-24SL · 24V
24SL Cordless Robotow Kit
Sealed lead-acid. No memory. Detachable pack.
- Range
- Charger mounts to the frame — top up between tows
- Battery
- 24V
Starting at
$1,939
50+ years engineeredMade in Elida, OhioShips in 5 business days1000+ feet per chargeTrusted since 1974Adapters for every airframe50+ years engineeredMade in Elida, OhioShips in 5 business days1000+ feet per chargeTrusted since 1974Adapters for every airframe
02 · Compatibility
Find your airframe.
Every plane, its adapter.
Every Robotow needs an adapter engineered for your specific nose gear. Sixteen manufacturers supported — plus custom builds.
16+
Manufacturers
100s
Airframes
03 · Why Robotow
Engineered to move.
Six reasons pilots pick us.
01
Portable
Detachable, collapsible handle. Move it, stow it, fly.
02
Powerful
Maximum torque transfer for singles and twins alike.
03
Battery powered
28V lithium-ion. Silent. Fume-free. Ready.
04
Non-slip drum
Knurled, black-oxide drive drum for total grip.
05
Fast charging
45 minutes to full. Ready between flights.
06
Built to last
Robotows still running after 35+ years of service.
04 · How it works
Three steps. No drama.
From ramp to hangar.
01
Attach the adapter
Select the adapter engineered for your airframe. It clicks into place.
02
Engage the drum
Knurled drive drum contacts the nose wheel with full torque.
03
Move with precision
Forward, reverse, locked. Variable speed at your thumb.
05 · EngineeringAircraft Dynamics · Ohio
Every millimeter, engineered.
Fifty years of iteration. Machined in Ohio. Every component chosen for pilots who don't accept compromise.
01
Variable speed control
Forward · Reverse · Locked
02
Knurled drive drum
Black-oxide coated steel
03
Lithium-ion battery
28V · 1,000+ ft per charge
04
Adjustable handle
Detachable · Collapsible
05
Maximum torque
Single & twin-engine rated
06
Fast recharge
≈ 45 minutes to full
Accessory · Dolly Wheel
For heavier nose wheels. Smooth every load-on.
Rolls heavier nose wheels smoothly up onto the drive drum — no lifting, no fighting the tire. A simple add-on that makes every tow start effortless.
$259
Ships ready to bolt on
All kits
Pairs with every Robotow
06 · Pilots
Trusted in hangars worldwide.
Word from the ramp.
"
Moves my Cirrus like it weighs nothing. Zero drama.
MR
Michael R.
SR22 Owner
"
Fifteen years of daily hangar duty. Still runs like day one.
JL
James L.
Baron Owner
"
Precision. Portability. Power. Every detail is engineered.
SK
Sarah K.
CFI · Mooney M20
07 · FAQ
Straight answers.
No sales-speak.
I have an airplane with wheel pants/fairings — can the Robotow fit my type of aircraft?
No. Unfortunately, the Robotow only works with aircraft that do not have wheel pants or fairings, because the drive drum needs to make contact against the nose wheel to drive the tire. If the wheel pants can be removed, then it is possible the Robotow will work.
I have a tail-dragger airplane and I want to hook the Robotow to it — is this possible?
No. The Robotow is not designed to move tail-dragging aircraft.
Which size of Robotow do I need?
Currently we have three different models of Robotow that fit various aircraft using plane adapters designed for each specific aircraft type. Two models are straight-handle style — the only true difference between them is the size and chemistry of the battery pack and the operating voltage (24 or 28 volts). The third style is an adjustable-handle model designed for specific aircraft models. Most pilots find the 28VL model with the lithium-ion battery pack is very lightweight, portable, and powerful enough to do the job — it can move a Cessna 182 over 1,000 feet on a single charge. The 24SL model uses an easily detachable 24-volt sealed-lead battery for dependable, heavy-duty operation in any climate; it typically moves a heavier Beech Baron about 600 feet on a single charge. The 28VL adjustable-handle style Robotow is specific to plane models such as: Airglas, Cirrus, Commander, Glasair, Lancair, Mooney, Navion, and Sundowner. Don't hesitate to contact us with any questions on compatibility with your aircraft — 419-331-0371.
My Robotow is probably 20 years old and I need parts for it. Can I get these parts from the factory?
Maybe. We have had many different models over more than 50 years, and it gets harder and harder to get parts for our older models. Typically we need a picture of your unit first, and we may ask you to send it in for repair if possible.
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