Taylor-Dunn BT-280 Tram
Last updated: 4 October 2026
Motor and performance
- Turning radius
- 160 Inches (406 Millimeters)
- Motor power, as the maker rates it
36 volt trim: 3.2 kW (60 min), 5.1 kW (5 min)
“36 volt 3.2 kW (60 min), 5.1 kW (5 min)”
Source: taylor-dunn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mb-280-02.pdf
48 volt trim: 4.4 kW (60 min), 7.2 Kw (5 min)
“48 volt 4.4 kW (60 min), 7.2 Kw (5 min)”
Source: taylor-dunn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mb-280-02.pdf
- Top speed
- 10 mph (16 kph)
- Total payload capacity
- 3,000 Pounds (1,360 kg)
Source: taylor-dunn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mb-280-02.pdf
Source: taylor-dunn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mb-280-02.pdf
Source: taylor-dunn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mb-280-02.pdf
Battery and charging
- The battery the maker fits
- Battery pack comprised of 6-volt deep cycle batteries or single industrial battery
- System voltage
- 36 or 48 Volt (traction)
Source: taylor-dunn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mb-280-02.pdf
Source: taylor-dunn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mb-280-02.pdf
Size and fit
- Weight as stated
- 1,110 pounds (542 kg) less batteries
Source: taylor-dunn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mb-280-02.pdf
Frame and components
- Tires
- 5.70 x 8 Load Range C
Source: taylor-dunn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mb-280-02.pdf
Other findings
- Charger
- 115/220 volt, 60/50 Hz 11.5 Amp AC, 17 Amp DC
“Charger (standard for FLA batteries) 115/220 volt, 60/50 Hz 11.5 Amp AC, 17 Amp DC”
Source: taylor-dunn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/mb-280-02.pdf