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Category: Tactical Vehicles

HMMWV: New Articulating Tow Bar
September 24, 2021 — Soldiers, the Army has a new light articulating tow bar (ATB) that allows you to assemble and connect the tow bar to your HMMWV while the vehicle is shut down and in park. The ATB weighs only 69 pounds and provides a 2:1 safety factor. That makes it stronger and safer than previous HMMWV tow bars. Keep reading for more information... MORE

Maintenance Mgmt: Ground Guiding is Serious Business
September 20, 2021 — Army equipment is often large and awkward to move. Safely maneuvering large equipment, especially in tight spaces, requires properly trained and positioned ground guides. Learn more here... MORE

Maintenance Mgmt: Leaders Teach & Train PMCS
September 20, 2021 — Listen up! The next time a vehicle goes into the shop with an apparent low tire psi, ask the operator if they have a tire gauge. Then ask them how to check the tire’s psi. You might be surprised to find out what they don't know, or are just embarrassed to ask. Rather than get angry or shrug your shoulders, such a confession is the perfect opportunity to teach and train. ... MORE

Maintenance Mgmt: The Cold Reality about PMCS
September 20, 2021 — Army equipment gets used in some of the worst conditions imaginable. It’s common sense that equipment works “best” when operated daily, weekly and on a monthly basis. ... MORE

Fuel Tankers: Trailer Service Info
September 16, 2021 — Maintainers, looking for a handy guide for services and parts for your fuel tankers? We’ve got you covered. Download them from here... MORE

PLS: TMs Missing Unarmored Weapon Station Kit
September 14, 2021 — Operators, the latest versions of the PLS TMs don’t cover the procedures for installation, removal, maintenance or troubleshooting of the unarmored weapon station kit, NSN 2510-01-675-0743, PN 57K6838. Get them here... MORE

HMMWV: AFES System TM Updates
September 10, 2021 — Serious injuries or even fatalities can occur if the proper procedures for the automatic fire extinguishing system (AFES) and manual fire extinguishing system (MFES) aren’t followed... MORE

FMTV: Get a Hook for the Cargo Cord
September 10, 2021 — Operators, have you noticed broken or inoperable hooks on your FMTV cargo cover cords? Here's the scoop... MORE

FMTV: The Latest News on Cargo Cover Kits
September 9, 2021 — In PS 739, which was published back in June of 2014, we let you know that 3-piece cargo cover kits were being replaced by 1-piece kits. Get the complete list of the kits and their components, along with updated NSNs, here... MORE

M139 Mine Dispenser: Don’t Delay, Do PMCS Today!
September 8, 2021 — Operators and maintainers, don’t wait until you’re preparing to deploy or go on an NTC rotation to make sure your M139 Volcano (mine dispenser) works like it should... MORE

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