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3.3.1.3 Cable guides. Cable guides of the multi-roller type, with safety bar furnished and
installed, shall provide protection for the cable and vehicle, when loading and unloading disabled
vehicles (see 4.5.2).
3.3.1.4 Snatch block. A built-in snatch block with a 40-ton working capacity shall be
provided at the center rear of the trailer for readily unloading disabled vehicles (see 4.5.2).
3.3.1.5 Payload tiedown. Provisions shall be included on the semitrailer to tie down and
secure tanks and other armored vehicles as well as other payloads (see 6.1) for transport in a safe
manner utilizing the tiedown devices listed in the applicable Basic Issue Item (BII) list (see
3.3.6). Eight tiedown points shall be provided on the semitrailer to transport two tracked
vehicles. Twelve payload tiedown D-rings shall be included with the vehicle for cargo tiedown
(see 4.5.2).
3.3.1.6 Fifth wheel plate and kingpjn. An upper fifth wheel plate conforming to
A-A-52543 and a kingpin conforming to SAE J848 shall be provided. When transported on a
flat car, the kingpin shall withstand a force of 3.5 times the gross vehicle weight (see 4.5.2).
3.3.1.7 Landing legs. Landing legs shall be provided on the main frames in the area
where the gooseneck starts. Landing legs shall be capable of being raised and stored on the
underside of the vehicle by one man when not in use. Landing legs shall be adequate to support
the vehicle when loaded with rated payload (see 4.5.2).
3.3.2 Electrical.
3.3.2.1 Electrical system. The vehicle shall be equipped with a 24-volt electrical system
complete with all necessary items of equipment and wiring. Lighting and accessory equipment
shall meet the requirements of MIL-STD-1179. Rear side marker lights shall be adjustable to the
width of anticipated payloads (see 4.5.2).
3.3.2.2 Trailer receptacle, intervehicular cable. The receptacle assembly for the
intervehicular connection shall be in accordance with MS75021 and shall be furnished with a
waterproof cover (see 4.5.2).
3.3.2.3 Lights and accessories. The external lights and electrical accessories, including
cables and receptacles, shall function throughout all vehicle operation conditions. All electrical
contacts and connections shall maintain positive contact under all vehicle operating conditions
(see 4.5.2).
3.3.3 Suspension. Since the suspension load may occasionally be concentrated on any
one axle, the rated capacity of each axle shall be at least equal to the load imposed at the ground
by the vehicle when it is loaded with the specified payload. Suspension clearance shall preclude
interference between wheels and other portions of the vehicle when vehicle is operating under
any condition of its intended purpose. All brake line tubing and flexible hose shall be so
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