Piper PA-18 Universal Towbar TH-53
Piper PA-18 Universal Towbar TH-53. Weight: 7,000 lbs. (3,175 kg); Ring hitch: P.N. TH-53R.
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Piper Aztec Universal Towbar TH-53
TH-53 universal towbar listing for Piper Aztec applications, with a telescoping tongue and a listed 7,000-pound maximum aircraft weight.
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- Ring hitch: P.N. TH-53R
- Ball hitch: P.N. TH-53B
- Clevis hitch: P.N. TH-53C
- Maximum aircraft weight: 7,000 lbs. (3,175 kg)
- Maximum opening 12 1/2" (31.75 cm)
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Key Feature
Ring hitch: P.N. TH-53R
Product description
The TH-53 sits between the TH-5 and TR-34 ranges in the source catalog. Ring, ball and clevis versions are listed, with a telescoping length of 80 inches closed and 94 inches extended. The stated maximum aircraft weight is 7,000 pounds, separate from the towbar's listed 22-pound weight.
Confirm the Aztec variant, attachment point and hitch before ordering. The source distinguishes Piper hand-towing pins from powered-towing adapter arrangements. Specify the proposed towing method and verify the exact adapter and aircraft procedure rather than relying on the universal name.
Product features
- Ring hitch: P.N. TH-53R
- Ball hitch: P.N. TH-53B
- Clevis hitch: P.N. TH-53C
- Maximum aircraft weight: 7,000 lbs. (3,175 kg)
- Maximum opening 12 1/2" (31.75 cm)
- Length: 80" (203 cm) closed, 94" (234 cm) extended
- Weight: 22 lbs. (9 kg)
- Shipping box: 94" X 13" X 3" (239 cm X 33 cm X 8 cm)
- Color orange powder coating
Selection considerations
- Confirm Aztec variant and approved towing method.
- Confirm hitch type and required aircraft adapter.
- Confirm telescoping clearance and maximum aircraft-weight limit.
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Specifications
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| Category | Aircraft Towbars & Adapters |
|---|---|
| Maximum Aircraft Gross Weight | 7,000 lb |
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FAQ
How does TH-53 differ from TH-5 in the listed weight limit?
TH-53 lists a 7,000-pound maximum aircraft weight, while TH-5 lists 4,000 pounds. These limits do not establish attachment compatibility; confirm the aircraft and towing arrangement separately.