Tractor Drawn Aerial (TDA)


The newest product in the Smeal Aerial line up is the Tractor Drawn Aerial (TDA). This apparatus is available in travel heights as low as 10' 8" to meet the needs of most firehouses. The added visibility of the Tri-Vue tiller cab is just another advancement available on the TDA.


Not only does this apparatus have extensive reach, it also provides all the capabilities of other Smeal Aerials, including composite auxiliary stabilizer pads, easy access turntable bolts, hot dip galvanized stabilizer beams, milled turntable surface, safety pins, and tracking lights.

The Smeal exclusive CP-84 Waterway is the strongest, most durable waterway on the market and is standard on this model.  A galvanized inner coating prevents corrosion of the 84,000 psi pipe while the exterior waterway is chrome plated to provide a smooth telescopic movement throughout the entire extension and retraction of the aerial ladder.

With more than 8,000 available features and options, Smeal aerials are safe to operate, easy to control, and capable of maximum performance.

Aerial Features

6 Function Wireless Remote

This remote is capable of operating all monitor and nozzle functions.

Blue Rung Lights

Smeal offers blue rung lighting for superior lighting of the aerial climbing area. Available in LED and incandescent style.

Composite Auxiliary Pads

These pads are standard on all Smeal aerials and platforms. No more bending those old style aluminum auxiliary pads.

CP-84 Chrome Plated Waterway

Smeal’s exclusive CP-84 Waterway is designed to be the strongest, most resilient waterway on the market.

Easy Access Turntable Bolts

No need to crawl into the torque box. Turntable bearing bolts can be torqued through four access holes from the top side of the turntable.

FP-4 Stabilizing System

The FP-4 Stabilizing System enables the Smeal apparatus to operate safely on almost any terrain. Designed for optimum balance and stability, the FP-4 is one of a kind.

Hot Dip Galvanized Stabilizer Beams

Stabilzer beams are hot dip galvanized for maximum protection from road salt and other corrosives.

Milled Turntable Surface

The turntable surface is milled so the turntable bearing is placed on a flat surface. This creates a perfectly flat surface for the rotation bearing to mount and creates a strong bond with no flex between the bearing and the turntable surface.

Safety Pins

There is a safety pin supplied for each stabilizer. The handle is bright yellow tool dip covered so it is easy to see that the pins have been installed.

Tracking Lights

Available in Collins and Unity brands, these lights illuminate the underside of the aerial structure to help avoid placing it on buildings or power lines. An additional set is place at the tip of the aerial.

Body Features

QL-12 Electrical System

The Smeal QL-12 Electrical System is the next generation of electrical systems in the fire apparatus industry. The Quick Link design features plug-style connections and greater reliability.

Lettering and Striping

Chevron, Rear

Just one of MANY variations. We offer it in red/yellow, blue/white and others if you prefer.

Door Lettering

Available in many styles, shadows, outlines, etc. We will match as close to your existing fleet as we can.

Ladder Signs

Customized to your requirement. Signs measure 16" high x 133" wide.

TDA: TDA (Tractor Drawn Aerial)

Department: Worcester FD
Fire Chief: Gerard Dio
Delivery Date: August 31, 2011

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