DRASH Trailer: Finding Missing Cable/Chain

Photo by Staff Sgt. Matthew Ramelb
 

Dear Half-Mast,

I’m looking for a breakaway cable or chain for the deployable rapid assembly shelter (DRASH) trailer on which I’m working. On Page 1216 in TM 11-6115-742-13&P (May 12), the following items are shown as unavailable in the supply system:
 

• Item 21, the breakaway lever;
• Item 22, the snap hook;
• Item 28, the locking pin.

I think the assembly I need should come as a kit, but the TM doesn’t list one. What would be a good substitute breakaway cable or chain to use if it can’t be ordered through the Army supply system?

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Dear Sergeant,

You’ll have to order two different assemblies. The first is the breakaway chain assembly with cover, NSN 5340-01-385-9852, HDT PN 1009842. This includes the hook, chain, and plastic sleeve, as shown.
 
The second item, the brake actuator lockout pin, NSN 5315-01-569-5347, is HDT PN 1001136 and includes the pin and a lanyard.
 
If you need help getting either or both of these items, contact the vendor, HDT Global. To find your nearest rep, call HDT customer support at (800) 969-8527, (216) 438-6111, or visit: