From what I understand the TDA, Squirt, MMP, that LTI had built for years is one of the reasons why Smeal purchased LTI out of the ALF collapse. They also wanted to make a push into the North East and Mid-Atlantic region with a known product that had designs to address many needs/issues in those regions. Having a regional service/repair facility also helps. A customer can choose from the Smeal or LTC line for their needs except I think the only way you can get a TDA is a LTC hence the reason for the Ferrara (Smeal supplies all of their aerials anyways) build that is going in the Northern Va. region
I've seen the Smeal TDA and it's a massive creature were as a LTC is a pretty simple build
I've seen the Smeal TDA and it's a massive creature were as a LTC is a pretty simple build