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Category: Combat Vehicles

M1296 ICV-D Stryker: XM813 Cannon Safety Pawl Limitations
August 10, 2022 — Operators need to be aware of two situations that can cause an accidental discharge with the XM813 cannon. Read on for information on how to avoid those situations... MORE

Tactical Vehicles: Shocking Truth behind Defective Batteries
August 3, 2022 — Warfighters, new batteries are often returned to the Army supply system as unserviceable after only a few days or weeks. Did you know that very few of these new batteries prove to be defective at all? As shocking as that sounds, it’s true! Get the facts here... MORE

M109A6/A7 Paladin: Variable Recoil Maintenance Changes
July 22, 2022 — Maintainers, note that there are updated maintenance procedures for the M109A6 and M109A7 howitzers’ variable recoil and variable recoil housing. Continue reading to find out more about the important changes... MORE

M109A7 Paladin, M992A3 Ammo Carrier: Avoid Damaging QDs
July 20, 2022 — Mechanics, there have been hydraulic oil leaks where the quick-disconnect (QD) coupler, NSN 4730-01-657-6292, threads into the manifold, NSN 2590-01-652-4858, on the M109A7 Paladin’s and M992A3 ammo carrier’s cooling system plenum assembly. Continue reading for information on how to prevent oil leaks... MORE

M1-Series Tanks: Proper Tarp Placement with CROWS
July 15, 2022 — Crewmen, it can be tricky placing the two tarps that come with your M1-series tank’s basic issue items (BII) if your tank is equipped with the common remote operating weapon station (CROWS). Keep reading to learn how get those tarps installed just right and prevent water intrusion into the engine air intake system, auxiliary power unit (APU) housing and turret... MORE

Ground Vehicles: Don’t Use Tire Shine Products
June 24, 2022 — Operators, we warned you about using tire shine products in our story on Page 15 of PS 791 (Oct 18). Sure, you want your ride to sparkle; however, using tire shine products to get that sparkle isn’t authorized. That’s because tire shine totally contradicts camouflage. Read on... MORE

M119A3 Towed Howitzer: New -23 TM Will Replace -24 TM
June 23, 2022 — Crewmen and mechanics, here’s a heads up that TM 9-1015-260-23 for the M119A3 towed howitzer TM is set to be published in summer of 2022 and will include some updated maintenance information. The -23 will replace TM 9-1015-260-24 (May 13, w/Ch1, Jan 15). Read on to see how they'll differ... MORE

Be Prepared for Hot Weather: A List of Must-Read PS Articles
June 21, 2022 — Soldiers, even though it happens every year, it somehow seems to sneak up on us. It’s summer and the heat is on! Read on to see how to keep you and your equipment cool... MORE

M88A2 Recovery Vehicle: New Semi-Annual Service Kit
June 16, 2022 — Mechanics, there’s a new semi-annual service kit for the M88A2 recovery vehicle. Order it with NSN 4910-01-698-9195. This replaces the previous kit, NSN 2520-01-494-6558. If a unit has or receives an old service kit, it can still be used. But there's a condition. Read about it here... MORE

Ground Vehicles: Drive Like Your Life Depends on It!
June 10, 2022 — Warfighters, MSG Half-Mast requests you huddle up with your fellow Soldiers and remind them that driving tactical vehicles is serious business. Just how serious is it? Find out here... MORE

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