MIL-DTL-13714 Trailer, Utility, Cable Reel, 3.5 Ton, M310This specification covers one type of trailer for use as a tactical military vehicle under extreme or unusual conditions of climate, weather, terrain, and military service.

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MIL-DTL-13714F

TABLE III. Classification of inspection - Continued.

First

Conformance

Title

Requirement

article Acceptance Comparison

Grades and slopes

3.4.3

4.4.7

Service brakes

3.4.4.1

4.4.8

Parking brake

3.4.4.2

4.4.9

4..4.9

4.4.9

Break-away, emergency 3.4.4.3

4.4.9.1

Turning and tracking

3.4.5

4.4.10

Landing device

3.4.6

4.4.11

Fording

3.4.7

4.4.12

Lifting

3.4.8

4.4.13

Waterproofness

3.4.9

4.4.14

Reliability

3.5

4.3.2.2

4.4 Testing.

4.4.1 Seals examination. To determine conformance to 3.3.1, after fording operation, all

bearings, as applicable, shall be examined for lubricant leakage.

4.4.2 Electrical circuit examination. To determine conformance to 3.3.2, continuity of the

electrical system shall be examined.

4.4.3 Lighting system examination. To determine conformance to 3.3.3, lights shall be

operated and examined for functional requirements.

4.4.4 Adjustment mechanism examination. To determine conformance to 3.3.4, all

adjustment mechanisms shall be examined for required adjustment and function.

4.4.5 Environmental operation test. To determine conformance to 3.4.1, trailer shall be

stored and operated at the temperatures specified. The trailer shall evidence no damage as a

result of such operation or storage.

4.4.6 Payload and speeds. To determine conformance to 3.4.2, the trailer shall be

operated as specified over highway and cross country terrain and observed for towing and

performance requirements. Wheels shall be observed for tramp or drumming (see 3.4.10). After

the road test, doors and folding sides shall open and close without interference or binding.