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AXE18FT-24H

 The AXE18FT-24H is a two-axle self-contained launch/recovery trailer specifically designed for heavy lift payloads in remote areas. The trailer consists of two sections of twelve each helium cylinder storage racks. The compact 5Kw hydraulic winch has been specifically designed for the AXE18-24H. It has electrical and fiber optic through the slip ring which allows for preflight testing and launch without loss of power. The 5Kw diesel generator is equipped with a 50gal (190litre) fuel container. 




Technical infoRMATION

Platforms

 The SkyDoc™ AXE18FT-24H platform is designed to accommodate very heavy payload packages. 

Heavy Lift Aerostats

 The SkyDoc™ Aerostat Model #32 net lift 239lbs (108kg) is used for these heavy lift payloads 

Payloads

 All payload platforms would be equipped with a gyro stabilized camera and radio transceiver link. Control signals are sent to the remote platform, and the video feed is received through this radio link with an effective radio horizon of 39 miles (63km) from command/control center to the remote platforms. 

Technical Specs

 

  • Dimensions/Weight
  • 1980lbs (898kg)
  • 192” Length (467.3cm) – 86” Width (218.4cm) – 90” Height (228.6cm)
  • Battery bank 12V 200Ahr with 12V 50Ahr charger and 800-watt inverter
  • Outriggers (4 each) with handling line winch attachment points
  • Surge hydraulic brakes with hand parking
  • Class E tires or military 'no flat' tires available
  • Grounding rod
  • Generator auto start (diesel) with 50gal (190litre) fuel storage
  • Aerostat cradle
  • Jacks and ground tie-downs for stabilization
  • Winch master control station
  • Helium storage for up to 24 bottles
  • Individual helium bottles connected to common manifold for rapid inflation
  • Aerostat cradle capable of Model #35 aerostat
  • Tool box installed with padlock hasp
  • Aerostat pelican case storage
  • Hydraulic winch with variable speed line pull
  • Winch line pull up to 3,000lbs (1360kg) under working load
  • Mechanical emergency stop brake
  • Winch drum working capacity 2,500' (762m) of .25” (6.35mm) diameter
  • Electrical slip ring
  • Fiber optics connector box mounted on winch


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