TM-9-2330-334-13-P
FAMILY OF MEDIUM TACTICAL VEHICLES (FMTV) LOAD HANDLING SYSTEM TRAILER (LHST) M1147A1
TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR AND FIELD LEVEL MAINTENANCE MANUAL INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST (RPSTL)
DECEMBER 2013
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EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION AND DATA
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EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES, AND FEATURES
Characteristics
The Load Handling System Trailer (LHST) is towed by an FMTV Loading Handling System (LHS) vehicle.
The trailers are designed for use over all types of roads, cross-country terrain, and in all weather
conditions.
Capabilities
1.
The trailers can ford water up to 30 in. (76 cm) deep.
2.
The trailers may be transported by highway, rail, and sea.
3.
The LHST carries loads up to 17,600 lbs (7,983 kgs).
Features
1.
Air-operated, cam-actuated drum brakes that incorporate Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on all
wheels. Spring-applied (air-actuated) parking/emergency brakes are provided for all wheels.
2.
Service and emergency gladhands at the front of the trailer to allow towing.
3.
Pneumatically actuated drawbar assembly for attachment to an LHS towing vehicle pintle hook.
4.
Pneumatically actuated pressure gauge for testing maximum load capacity (52 psi).
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