Ottawa 4x2, 6x4 Models
What sets Kalmar apart from conventional road tractors?
Easy entry and exit through both side and sliding rear doors
Easy access to air lines and light hook ups through rear door
No ground level exiting to "crank up" trailer landing gear
Full length entry access grab handles
Easy access to all operator controls
Efficiency
Increased cycle times, approximately 3:1 over converted road tractor
Operation
Automatic transmission with shift lockout
Short turning radius
In cab driver controlled fifth wheel release with automatic relatch
Maintenance
Matched drive train components
Electric cab tilt
Easy access to maintenance related items (e.g., engine oil level and fill, air tank drains, gauges)
Easy access to lubrication points
No clutch to wear out or adjust
Why are Kalmar terminal tractors considered to be "purpose-built"?
They're designed specifically to move trailers with a hydraulic actuated fifth wheel.
They feature a special ergonomic design for optimum efficiency.
They allow operators to move trailers without climbing up and down out of the cab.
They're designed for maximum uptime.
They let operators move trailers of any size and type.
Operators can move trailers with varying king pin settings and heights.
They offer exceptional maneuverability in tight spaces and easy access for maintenance.
Easy entry and exit through both side and sliding rear doors
Easy access to air lines and light hook ups through rear door
No ground level exiting to "crank up" trailer landing gear
Full length entry access grab handles
Easy access to all operator controls
Efficiency
Increased cycle times, approximately 3:1 over converted road tractor
Operation
Automatic transmission with shift lockout
Short turning radius
In cab driver controlled fifth wheel release with automatic relatch
Maintenance
Matched drive train components
Electric cab tilt
Easy access to maintenance related items (e.g., engine oil level and fill, air tank drains, gauges)
Easy access to lubrication points
No clutch to wear out or adjust
Why are Kalmar terminal tractors considered to be "purpose-built"?
They're designed specifically to move trailers with a hydraulic actuated fifth wheel.
They feature a special ergonomic design for optimum efficiency.
They allow operators to move trailers without climbing up and down out of the cab.
They're designed for maximum uptime.
They let operators move trailers of any size and type.
Operators can move trailers with varying king pin settings and heights.
They offer exceptional maneuverability in tight spaces and easy access for maintenance.