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LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS - Continued
Table 1. Common External Components of FMTV Trailers - Continued.
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
Gladhands Allows connection of brake air supply from towing vehicle to trailer during towing operations.
Voltage Converter Box Consists of two connectors (for 24 VDC and 12 VDC). The 24 VDC or 12 VDC intervehicular cable is plugged into the appropriate connector to supply electrical power from towing vehicle to trailer.
When a 24 VDC intervehicular cable is used, the converter reduces voltage to 12 volts to properly operate the trailer lights and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).
Splash Guards Keep road debris, mud, and water from being thrown from tires while trailer is being towed.
Cargo Bed Side Panel Stowage
Compartments Two compartments used to stow cargo bed side panels when not in use.
Access Ladder Assists personnel when climbing in or out of cargo bed during loading and unloading operations. The access ladder is stored beneath the cargo bed when not in use.
LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS - Continued Major Internal Components Common to all FMTV Trailers
Table 2 describes the common internal components found on FMTV trailers.
Table 2. Common Internal Components of FMTV Trailers.
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
Shock Absorbers Dual-acting hydraulic shocks used to improve trailer stability by dampening vertical wheel motion and keeping wheels in firmer contact with ground.
Air Tank Stores compressed air transferred from towing vehicle to operate trailer brakes.
Brake System Uses air-operated, wedge-actuated drum brakes that incorporate ABS on all wheels. Spring-applied (air-actuated)
parking/emergency brakes are provided for all wheels on LMTVT and rear MTVT wheels.
Axle Assembly The shaft on which the wheels revolve. The axles support shock absorbers and brakes. The LMTVT has a single axle and the MTVT has dual axles.
Lifting Beam Provides attachment point for lifting/loading operations.
Leaf Springs Axle suspension that supports the load, transmits brake action to the chassis, and cushions cargo.
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION AND DATA - Continued 0002 00
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LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS - Continued Major Internal Trailer Components of MTVT Only
Table 3 describes the internal components found on the MTVT.
Table 3. Internal Components of MTVT.
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
V-Rod Control Arms Support frame.
Torque Rods Anchor the frame to the axles and control vertical wheel travel;
i.e., maintain wheel on a fixed path as it moves up or down. The torque rods also transfer driving and braking forces from axles to frame.
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN TRAILER MODELS
Table 4. Differences Between Models shows major equipment and operational differences between the LMTVT and MTVT. An “X” means that the designated model is provided with the equipment/capability listed. A “⎯” means that the model does not have the equipment/capability listed.
Table 4. Differences Between Models.
FEATURE LMTVT
1 Trailers may or may not be equipped with special purpose kits. If an “X” appears under the model number, it only indicates availability of the special purpose kit, rather than actual inclusion of the kit on the trailer.
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION AND DATA - Continued 0002 00
0002 00-7 EQUIPMENT DATA
Table 5. Trailer Dimensions provides overall dimensions for the LMTVT (M1082) and MTVT (M1095).
Table 5. Trailer Dimensions. Table 6. Trailer Weights, Shipping Cubage, and Payload provides information regarding the weight, shipping cubage, and payload of the LMTVT (M1082) and MTVT (M1095).
Table 6. Trailer Weights, Shipping Cubage, and Payload.
Trailer Curb Weight 2
Gross Curb
Weight3 Tongue Weight Shipping
Cubage Payload
2 Curb weight is defined as weight of empty trailer (without cargo).
3 Gross curb weight is defined as weight of trailer when carrying maximum cargo load.
EQUIPMENT DATA - Continued
WARNING
Do not exceed maximum speed and grade limitations during normal
operations. Do not exceed maximum side slope or departure angles or ford water greater than maximum depth. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death to personnel.
Table 7. Trailer Performance Data provides information for the LMTVT (M1082) and MTVT (M1095).
Table 7. Trailer Performance Data.
Maximum
Table 8. System Data provides detailed information for the major components of the FMTV trailers.
Table 8. System Data.
VOLTAGE REGULATOR
Make ... Dantronics, Inc.
Model ...DT325B Type ... Solid State, 12/24 VDC negative ground AXLES
Make ...Meritor Type ... Non-driving SUSPENSION SYSTEM
Make ... Standen’s Ltd.
Type ... Multiple Leaf Spring
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Table 8. System Data - Continued.
BRAKE SYSTEM
Make ...Meritor Model ... Easy-Stop Trailer ABS/ Stopmaster Brakes Type ... Full air, wedge-type, self-adjusting Drum Size... 15 in. (38.1 cm) diameter Number of Brake Air Chambers... 2 per wheel Pressure Range ... 60-120 psi (414-827 kPa) LANDING GEAR
Make ... Holland Binkley Type ...Retractable, handcrank Lift Capacity... 10,000 lbs (4,540 kgs) Static Capacity ... 12,000 lbs (5,448 kgs) DRAWBAR ASSEMBLY
Make ...Holland Hitch Co.
Maximum Load Capacity, pulling (maximum gross trailer weight) ...45,000 lbs (20,430 kgs) Maximum Load Capacity, vertical ... 9,000 lbs (4,082 kgs) WHEELS
Make ...Titan Wheel Rim Size and Type... 20 x 10, two-piece, bolt-together Quantity, LMTVT ... 2 Quantity, MTVT ... 4 Studs Per Wheel... 10 Maximum Wheel, Pneumatic Tire Rate Load Capacity ...9,000 lbs (4,082 kgs) at 85 psi (586 kPa) TIRES
Make ...Michelin North America Size 395/85 R20 XML
Tread Design ... Non-directional, on-off road Ply Rating ... 14 Tube or Tubeless... Tubeless Load Range ...G
TIRES - Continued
Maximum Load, Single Tire, Highway Conditions:
65 mph (105 km/h), Cold Inflation Pressure of 88 psi (607 kPa) ... 9,172 lbs (4,164 kgs) 55 mph (89 km/h), Cold Inflation Pressure of 94 psi (648 kPa)... 9,651 lbs (4,381 kgs) 45 mph (72 km/h), Cold Inflation Pressure of 99 psi (683 kPa)... 10,103 lbs (4,586 kgs) TIRE PRESSURES
Terrain Condition Maximum Speed Tire Pressure
Highway 65 mph (104 km/h) 77 psi (531 kPa)
Arctic Cargo Cover Kit (Green) for LMTVT (M1082)... Part No. 12420288 Arctic Cargo Cover Kit (Green) for MTVT (M1095) ... Part No. 12420289 Soft Top Cargo Cover Kit (Green) for LMTVT (M1082) ...Part No. 12420281 Soft Top Cargo Cover Kit (Green) for MTVT (M1095) ...Part No. 12420283 Soft Top Cargo Cover Kit (Tan) for MTVT (M1095) ... Part No. 12420283-015 Soft Top Cargo Cover Kit (Tan) for LMTVT (M1082) ... Part No. 12420281-015 Cargo Ring Replacement Kit for LMTVT (M1082) and MTVT (M1095) ...Part No. 57K2017
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