TM-9-2350-256-10
RECOVERY VEHICLE, FULL TRACKED: MEDIUM, M88A1
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OCTOBER 2014
TM-9-2350-256-10 - Page 37 of 796
LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS
Figure 1.
Major Components of M88A1.
Table 2.
Major Components of M88A1.
ITEM
NOMENCLATURE
FUNCTION
1
Commander's Cupola
Allows the commander access to the machine gun and the top of the
vehicle.
2
Boom
Used with the hoist winch to lift loads.
3
Transmission
Provides power to the drive sprockets.
4
Engine
Engine develops 780 horsepower at 2,400 rpm and delivers that
power to the transmission.
5
Mechanical Transmission
Directs power from the main engine via the Power Takeoff (PTO) to
the hydraulic pump.
6
Pump Assembly
Provide hydraulic pressure to operate the hydraulic system.
7
Hoist Winch
Capable of handling a maximum load of 25 tons (22.68 metric tons)
with a four-part line.
8
Main Winch
Used for heavy-duty recovery operations.
9
Spade
Used to prepare the recovery site and to stabilize the M88A1 when
hoisting or winching heavy loads.
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