Ground Support
K&M RD-5 Recovery Dolly
in partnership with K&M Aircraft Recovery
Adaptable 5-tonne aircraft recovery dolly — jet ready in under 20 minutes.
The K&M RD-5 is an adaptable, easy-to-use 5-ton recovery dolly built for manoeuvring jets around airport runways, taxiways and hangars. 360° radially-rotatable wheels keep wheel load per centimetre low, and the platform lowers completely to the ground so the aircraft can be recovered within 20 minutes — minimising airside disruption and reducing the risk of further airframe damage.
Key features
- Platform lowers completely to the ground — rapid rescue within 20 minutes
- 16 twin-wheel sets (32 wheels total) spread load and prevent sinking
- 360° radially-rotatable wheels for precise manoeuvring in tight spaces
- Compatible with a wide range of regional and business jets
- Low dead weight (397 lbs) for fast deployment
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 5 tonnes |
| Recovery platform length | 33.5 in |
| Recovery platform width | 23.6 in |
| Dead weight | 397 lbs |
| Maximum ground force (fully loaded) | 260 lbs/cm |
| Compatible MLG aircraft | Cessna 150–560, Jetstream 41, Learjet 36/55/60, King Air 350 |
| Compatible NLG aircraft | ATR72, Embraer 120/145, CRJ, Dash 8, E-Jet, Do328 |