TM-9-2320-260-20
TRUCK, 5-TON, 6X6, M809 SERIES (DIESEL)
TECHNICAL MANUAL; UNIT MAINTENANCE
APRIL 1995
TM-9-2320-260-20 - Page 19 of 1337
TM 9-2320-260-20
1-10. EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES, AND FEATURES (Contd)
e. M816 Medium Wrecker Truck, W/W.
PURPOSE: This model is used for wrecker and salvage operations and has a revolving hydraulic
crane with a self-supporting boom that can extend from 10-18 ft (3.05-5.49 m). Boom-to-ground supports
are provided. Crane lifting capacity is 20,000 lb (9,080 kg). The vehicle is also equipped with a front winch
[20,000 lb (9,080 kg) capacity] and rear winch [45,000 lb (20,430 kg) capacity] for freeing the vehicle when
it becomes mired.
MEDIUM WRECKER TRUCK (M816)
f. M817 Dump Truck, W/W and WO/W.
PURPOSE: This model is used for hauling and dumping cargo. The body has provisions for installing
side rack, troop seat, bow, and canvas kits for troop transport. It can haul up to 10,000 lb (4,540 kg) and tow
up to 15,000 lb (6,810 kg) when fully loaded. The front end of the welded steel body extends up and over the
vehicle cab to protect it from damage during loading operations.
DUMP TRUCK (M817)
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