At the same time, airports are now facing ever stricter limits regarding greenhouse gas emissions and many now even pay for emission rights. Kalmar Motor has developed the new TBL 800 to enable airports to reduce their reliance on diesel-driven tractors, helping reduce environmental emissions while significantly reducing running costs. It integrates a diesel genset and a state-of-the-art Saft lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery in a hybrid power system. As well as quiet and emission-free running during maintenance towing and push-back operations, the hybrid tractor also offers interesting new possibilities for operating inside aircraft hangars. The hybrid system consists in an electric motor powered by the battery and a small diesel engine, only used for battery charging. Operating with 95% ele

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