TEA PAM 55-20 Tiedown Handbook for Truck - Military Surface ...

FOURTH EDITION SDDCTEA PAMPHLET 55-20
The M3 and M3A1 CG location is located 111 inches centered from the front edge
of the flatrack as shown in Figure 59b.
Figure 59 b. M3 and M3A1 with CG location
The operator's manuals, TM 9-2320-364-10 (M1074/M1075 Truck), TM 9-3990-
206-14&P (M1077 and M1 Flatrack), and TM 9-3990-260-14&P (M3 and M3A1
Flatrack)show how to prepare the flatracks to transport cargo and load them on the
trucks. Users should refer to the operator's manuals for additional information on the
PLS.
Flatracks are made by different manufacturers and have different configurations.
The data plate on the flatrack gives specific information about its weight, cargo capacity,
and tiedown fittings. Features which are common on all flatracks are:
1. The front end is the end with the load handling mechanism bail bar.
2. Cargo tiedown rings are spaced around the edge of the flatrack. The large rings
have a capacity of 25,000 pounds. The smaller rings have a capacity of 10,000 pounds,
figure 60.
3. All cargo rings will accept hooks, chains, and loadbinders having a 3/4-inch
hook opening. All will accept metal banding up to 2 inches wide.
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