HARLAN GLOBAL

Harlan Global Manufacturing builds ground support equipment and tractors for aviation, logistics, and industrial operations. The company has manufactured industrial, cargo, baggage, and freight tractors in the United States since 1962. Its product range includes baggage tractors and tugs, tow tractors, cargo tugs, and aircraft towing tractors that support aircraft towing, pushback, baggage handling, and cargo movement on ramps and airside environments.

The tractors are available with diesel, gasoline, LPG, or lithium ion power options. This range of powertrains helps operators match performance with sustainability goals. Push and pull capacities reach up to 110,000 pounds. The company states that it has offered lithium powered electric tractors since 2010. The vehicles are engineered for strength, safety, and 24/7 duty cycle operations in demanding ground handling conditions.

Harlan also produces OEM and aftermarket GSE parts that work with equipment from Clark, JBT, TLD, Textron, Tug, and Tiger. These components are designed to reduce downtime and extend equipment life. The company manufactures OEM parts in ISO certified facilities in Kansas City, Kansas.

The company serves airports, aviation and aerospace companies, military and government agencies, logistics hubs, industrial sites, hospitality businesses, utilities, and entertainment venues. Its equipment is used in 106 countries. Customers can access domestic and international leasing programs, plus rental and operational lease options for baggage tractors, aircraft towing tractors, cargo tow tractors, and utility GSE vehicles.

Harlan provides GSE maintenance, repair services, technical training, and fleet support. Service workshops offer one on one training with engineers on assembly, operation, and maintenance. The company encourages businesses to attend these workshops to maximize tractor lifespan and improve reliability. Mechanical training covers hands on troubleshooting, fault codes, and preventive maintenance. Electrical training includes theory, wiring, programming, hydraulics, and axles. The company also offers training on electric conversion kits.

Warranty and product support are available to keep equipment performing at its best. Additional resources include customer support, warranty and service requests, manual requests, and frequently asked questions. The company website lists careers and supplier registration.

Services

• GSE maintenance
• Repair services
• Technical training
• Fleet support
• Leasing programs
• Rental programs
• Operational lease
• Warranty support
• Service workshops
• Electric conversion kits