TM-9-2350-311-10

HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A2, M109A3, M109A4 AND M109A5

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S MANUAL

NOVEMBER 1994

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TM 9-2350-311-10

2–10 OPERATING PROCEDURES — CONTINUED

2-10.3 Transmission Shift Control Lever — Continued

d. 3 (3rd Gear)

Use when:

1

Operating on hard surfaced roads until sufficient vehicle speed (12 to 15 mph) permits shifting to 4 (4th

gear) range.

2 Pulling heavy loads for sustained periods and for ascending or descending on long grades. (Maximum

speed is 24 mph.)

e. 4 (4th Gear)

Use when:

Normal driving conditions are on firm, smooth, level ground. (Maximum speed is 35 mph.)

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