MIL-S-62101 Semitrailers, Lowbed: Tilt Deck, 15 To 30 Ton, 4 Wheel, Modified CommercialThis specification covers lowbed, tilt deck, four-wheel semitrailers having rated payloads of 15 to 30 tons. Vehicles procured under this specification are commercial items which are warranted by the manufacturer as specified in procurement documents.

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MIL-S-62101C

concentrated loads permissible as specified in 3.3. Appropriate loading instructions and cautions, as applicable to the manufacturer's design, shall be furnished on the plates. A plate

shall be provided on each side of the vehicle in a conspicuous location. The plates shall conform

to composition A (class 1 or 2) or composition C of MIL-P-514.

* 3.1.1.7 Lifting and typing down attachments. When specified (see 6.2), the semitrailer shall be equipped with lifting and tying down attachments. Lifting and tying down attachments shall conform to type II or type III of MIL-STD-209. A transportation plate conforming to composition A (class 1 or 2) or composition C of MIL-P-514 shall be attached to the semitrailer. The transportation plate shall be inscribed with a diagram showing the lifting attachments and proposed lifting slings, the capacity of lifting attachments and proposed lifting slings, the capacity of each attachment, and the required length and size of each sling cable. A silhouette of the semitrailer, showing the center of gravity, shall be provided on the transportation plate. Tiedown attachments shall be identified by stenciling or other suitable markings. Tiedown markings shall clearly indicate that the attachments are intended for the tiedown of the

semitrailer on the carrier when shipped.

* 3.1.1.8 Lubrication chart. When specified (see 6.2), a lubrication chart shall be provided. The chart shall direct attention to all lubrication fittings and specify the range and grade of lubricants required for critical temperatures. The chart shall be permanently attached to the semitrailer in a readily visible location. The chart shall be inscribed on a plate conforming to composition A (class 1 or 2) or composition C of MIL-P-514.

3.2 General design.

3.2.1 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The vehicle shall comply with all Federal

Motor Vehicle Safety Standards applicable to the type of semitrailer furnished and in effect on

the date of manufacture.

* 3.2.2 Dissimilar metals. All dissimilar metals used throughout the vehicle shall be insulated from one another to prevent galvanic or electrolytic action.

* 3.2.3 Ratings. Vehicle ratings shall be the manufacturer's published ratings. Component and vehicular ratings shall not be raised to meet the requirements of this specification. When published ratings are not available, verification of ratings shall be available to the appropriate engineering office of the procuring activity.

* 3.2.4 Accessibility. The design of the vehicle and optional equipment shall permit access for routine servicing and shall permit access for replacement and adjustment of component parts and accessories with minimal disturbance of other components and systems.