TM-5-5420-202-10

LAUNCHER, M48A5 TANK CHASSIS

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

DECEMBER 2009

TM-5-5420-202-10 - Page 132 of 535

0017

TM 5-5420-202-10

Going Over Obstruction

WARNING

Commander may be thrown from seat when navigating an obstruction. When approaching

an obstruction, warn commander to brace for possible impact and adjust vehicle speed

and direction so that vehicle can meet the obstruction as squarely as possible. Failure to

comply may result in personnel injury or death.

CAUTION

Maximum height of obstruction that vehicle will cross is 15 inches (38 cm) (Figure 5) in the

forward direction. DO NOT back vehicle over an obstruction. Driving in reverse direction

over an obstruction may result in damage to suspension system.

1. Lift foot from accelerator pedal (Figure 4, Item 1) when approaching obstruction.

2. Press accelerator pedal (Figure 4, Item 1) fully when starting over obstruction.

3. Lift foot from accelerator pedal (Figure 4, Item 1) when vehicle is centered on obstruction.

4. Let vehicle glide over crest of obstruction.

5. When front of tracks touch ground, press accelerator pedal (Figure 4, Item 1) and continue.

Figure 4.

Operator’s Compartment.

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DRIVING VEHICLE - CONTINUED