MIL-DTL-62180F(AT)
TABLE III. Various uses of each semitrailer configuration.
Possible uses
Possible uses
Semitrailer
Commodities compatible with each
General bulk
Fuel servicing
configurations
semitrailer configuration
transporter
unit
(bulkhauler)
5000 gal bulkhauler
Diesel, JP-4, JP-5, JP-8, kerosene,
X
N/A
M967A2
and some compatible liquid
chemicals. Motor/aviation gasoline
5000 gal automotive Diesel (No.1&No.2), Motor gasoline,
X
X
fueler M969A3
and JP-8
5000 gal aircraft
JP-4, JP-5, and aviation
X
X
fueler M970A2
kerosene/gasoline
3.5.2 Markings. Military registration numbers shall be as specified by the procuring
activity (see 6.2). Exterior marking, such as "Flammable" and "No Smoking Within 50 Feet"
shall be painted on the semitrailer tank shell assembly (see 4.5.27.2).
3.5.3 Identification plates. Identification plates or any special marking required by the
using service shall be as specified by the procuring activity (see 4.5.27.3 and 6.2).
3.6 Corrosion prevention and control design requirement. The corrosion control systems
on the tanker shall provide a minimum service life of 10 years with no more than Stage I
corrosion (see 4.5.28).
3.7 Electromagnetic interference characteristics. The fuel tankers shall conform to
emission levels which comply with CISPR 12 for general purpose ground vehicles (see 4.5.29).
3.8 Safety. No condition shall exist which may create a safety hazard to operating or
maintenance personnel. The characteristics of the tanker shall provide for operation by
personnel in standard uniform components of non-synthetic fabrics suitable for the operational
environment (see 4.5.30).
3.8.1 Battery arc protection. The battery covers shall be coated with plastisol primer or
equivalent to provide protection from corrosion and abrasion. The plastisol coating shall be
smooth, having a 40±10 mils thickness and a maximum variation of thickness from top to bottom
of 5 mils (see 4.5.30).
3.8.2 Noise level. The noise produced by the engine on the semitrailer shall not exceed
the noise limit of 85 dB(A). If the noise level exceeds this limit, then a warning shall be
provided on the semitrailer at the engine location that states the following: "WARNING:
Hearing Protection Required Within 50 Ft of the Engine-Pump Assembly" (see 4.5.30.1).
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