TM 10-4610-240-10
TM 08580C-10/1
T.O. 40W4-13-21
1-6. LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS.
The Army ROWPU is 18 feet (5.5. meters) long, 8 feet (2.4 meters) high, and 8 feet (2.4 meters) wide. It weighs about 8
1/2 tons (7.71 metric tons), including the generator set. Figure 1-3 shows the ROWPU from the top with its canvas cover
removed. Take a close look at how all the necessary operating equipment is stored on the trailer for transport and
shipment.
The Marine Corps and Air Force ROWPUs are 9.5 (2.9 meters) long, 5.6 feet (1.7 meters) high and 6.9 feet (2.1 meters)
wide. They weigh about 3.65 tons (3 metric tons). Figure 1-4 shows top view of ROWPU with the canvas cover
removed and equipment stored.
a. To provide room for all operating components, material is stored in layers (figures 1-3 and 1-4) The top layer
consists of rolled-up (suction) hoses on top of three folded water tanks. Stored between the tanks is a sledge hammer
and a collapsed telescopic aluminum paddle. Next to the tanks is a stack of five plastic pails. On the same side of the
ROWPU you will find two storage boxes fastened with a strap under the tanks. The boxes contain various chemicals,
tools, and installation items. Nine sections of suction hose are stored on the side of the frame.
FIGURE 1-3. TOP VIEW OF ROWPU WITH OPERATING EQUIPMENT STORED (ARMY).
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