TM 5-3800-205-10-2
AIRDROP BY C-130 AIRCRAFT - CONTINUED
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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT - CONTINUED
2.
Tools required for machine assembly after airdrop must be carried on or in the water distributor's on-board BII toolbox
and or on at the front of the tank. This is because the container cannot be airdropped. There may be a delay in the con-
tainer's arrival at the assembly site.
3.
Components of the machine that must be removed in preparation for airdrop are stowed in the container for subsequent
transport to the assembly site, or inside BII toolbox on rear deck of water distributor.
4.
Reinstall mounting hardware for all removed components on machine, to secure against loss during transport.
5.
The ISU-60 container is transported separately from the water distributor to the assembly site.
SUMMARY OF PROCEDURES
NOTE
The following summary of procedures is provided to assist personnel preparing the machine for airdrop by
C-130 aircraft.
1.
Configure machine for airdrop:
a.
Remove windshield wiper arm and windshield.
b.
Remove ROPS/FOPS.
c.
Install all steering locks.
d.
Remove exhaust stack and install exhaust extension.
e.
Remove upper handrail with side mirror.
f.
Remove handrails from rear of water distributor and stow at front of tank.
g.
Open fenders and secure in open position.
h.
Remove water pump motor hydraulic hoses and stow on top of tank.
i.
Reduce tire inflation.
j.
Position machine on prepared airdrop platform.
k.
Provide blocking and shoring. Tie machine down on platform.
l.
Rig machine for airdrop.
m.
Load airdrop platform into aircraft.
n.
Load ISU-60 container for delivery (NOT by airdrop).
2.
The following illustration shows the water distributor configured for airdrop by C-130 aircraft.
AIRDROP C-130
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