TEA PAM 55-20 Tiedown Handbook for Truck - Military Surface ...
TEA PAM 55-20 Tiedown Handbook for Truck - Military Surface ...
TEA PAM 55-20 Tiedown Handbook for Truck - Military Surface ...
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FOURTH EDITION SDDC<strong>TEA</strong> <strong>PAM</strong>PHLET <strong>55</strong>-<strong>20</strong><br />
Currently, there are three flatracks that are compatible with the PLS: the M1077,<br />
M1, and M3 (Container Roll-in/Out Plat<strong>for</strong>m (CROP)) flatracks. The demountable 16.5<br />
ton payload cargo bed, called a flatrack is loaded on and off the truck and trailer using the<br />
truck's load handling system.<br />
The M1077 flatrack (fig 57) is typically referred to as the A-frame flatrack. The<br />
M1077 is equipped with ISO corner fittings and can transport a <strong>20</strong> foot (6.10 m) ISO<br />
container.<br />
External Dimensions:<br />
Length 240 inches, 6096 mm<br />
Width 96 inches, 2438 mm<br />
Height 68.4 inches, 1737 mm<br />
Internal Dimensions (cargo maximums):<br />
Length 230.4 inches, 5852 mm<br />
Width 90.5 inches, 2299 mm<br />
Height 72.3 inches, 1836 mm<br />
Tare weight: 3,190 pounds, 1447 kg<br />
Gross weight: 36,250 pounds, 16 443 kg<br />
CG of the M1077 is 106" CURB (front edge of the flatrack).<br />
Figure 57. M1077 flatrack<br />
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