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PRODUCTION REPRESENTATIVE TRAILER ATPD 2395 FPVI CHECKLIST
| SECTION 3 REQUIREMENTS. | SECTION 4 REQUIREMENTS | FPVI | FPVI Evaluation Method | Rating | Comments |
| 3.1 General Design. The subject army M870A4 is considered a tactical rear area support vehicle due to its mission profile, including some trail travel, under extreme climatic conditions (see 4.3.1). a. All performance and definition requirements here in this PD are concurrent requirements (see 4.3.1). b.The M870A4 shall have an expected Economically Useful Life (EUL) of 30 years (see 4.3.1). c Design will be such that maintenance and servicing can be accomplished keeping any new special tools or support equipment to a minimum. Any new special tools/support equipment added to the Army supply system must be approved by the ILS IPT (see 4.3.1). | 4.3.1 General Design. To determine conformance to 3.1, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that the M870A4 shall be examined for proper installation of assemblies and completeness of construction, testing results and calculated design criteria, as applicable, by subject PD requirements. | FIR |
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| 3.2 Vehicle Dimension Requirements. The M870A4 without payload, on level ground, shall conform to the dimensions specified in Table I (see 4.3.2). | 4.3.2 Vehicle Dimensional Requirements. To determine conformance to 3.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 3.2.3, 3.2.4 and Table I, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance, weigh bills and measurement results. Verification will be by measuring and weighing the M870A4 and documenting the results at both the contractor’s facility and Government test site. | FPVI Measurement |
| 3.3 Safety and Design. a. The M870A4 and furnished accessories shall comply with all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, applicable to a vehicle of this weight class at the time of manufacture, except 1) there shall be no license plate area and 2) the ABS warning light will be located on the front left corner of the trailer (see 4.3.3). |
b. The M870A4 and furnished accessories shall comply with MIL-STD-1180 Safety Standards for Military Ground Vehicles (see 4.3.3). c. The M870A4, parts and components shall be free of sharp projections and edges that may cause operator/maintainer injury. Operators and maintenance personnel shall not be unknowingly exposed to rotating or moving parts, hot surfaces, electrically energized components, components containing high pressures, or any other inherently hazardous components or systems. All hand holds and steps shall be an integral and permanent part of the M870A4. A moveable ladder, if provided, shall be stored in a readily accessible location. All step surfaces and work areas shall be provided with a non skid surface (see 4.3.3).
4.3.3 Safety and Design. To determine conformance to 3.3, the contractor shall certify that the M870A4 complies with all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations applicable to the type of M870A4 furnished and in effect on the date of manufacture except for the exception listed in 3.3. The contractor shall also certify that the M870A4 and furnished accessories comply with MIL-STD-1180 Safety Standards for Military Ground Vehicles. Verification will be by inspections and testing IAW Table IV Certification SAR Approveed
3.4.4.2 Rear Loading. The M870A4 shall have two rear loading ramps capable of withstanding the applied portion of the load during loading and off-loading the equipment in Annex A without permanent deformation. The rear loading ramps shall be adjustable to accommodate the loading and off-loading of the equipment listed in Annex A. The rear loading ramps shall accommodate the loading and off-loading of the Engineering Construction Equipment (ECE) in Annex A with the exception of the following: High Speed Compactor, Asphalt Paving Machine, Type I Vibratory Roller, Type II Vibratory Roller, Dual Steel-Wheeled Roller, and the Type I HYEX, Type II HYEX and Type III HYEX. The ramps shall be attached to the trailer on hinges that allow the ramps to be swung up for storage and travel. Adjustment of width of stowed and deployed ramps shall be possible by not more than two soldiers (see 4.3.4.4.2). 4.3.4.4.2 Rear Loading. To determine conformance to 3.4.4.2, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. While the Government intends to demonstrate performance with the below equipment, the Government reserves the right to substitute or add equipment from Annex A depending on availability or trailer configuration. Performance will be verified by testing by demonstrating the loading of the following equipment:L15041 NSN 3805-01-533-1853 966H Wheeled Loader (5 yd) L77147 NSN 3805-01-552-4485 Type II SSL (Model 400T) L77215 NSN 3805-01-552-4487 Type III SSL (Model 400W) S56246 NSN 3805-01-153-1854 621B Scraper T05016 NSN 2410-01-565-2603 D7R Bulldozer w/ripper W83529 NSN 2410-00-185-9792 D7F Bulldozer w/winch and ROPS W83529 NSN 2410-00-185-9794 D7F Bulldozer w/ ripper and ROPS Certification FPVI Analysis
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| 3.7 Materials. Material used in the manufacture of the M870A4 shall be new and of the highest industry quality as normally used for this type of equipment, considering strength, durability, ductility, and the purpose for which the equipment is to be used. | 4.3.7 Materials. To determine conformance to 3.7, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance and material certifications. Verification will be by document review and inspections. | Certification |
| 3.8 Frame. The frame shall not have any performance failures on components IAW 49CFR393.201. The main frame members shall be adequately braced with a sufficient number of cross members to prevent permanent deformation. The outside frame members shall run the full length of the load space. The rear cross member shall extend the full width of the M870A4. | 4.3.8 Frame. To determine conformance to 3.8, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. Verification will be by inspections and testing. | FPVI Analysis |
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3.8.1 Frame Flanges. Main frame members shall have one piece upper and lower flanges, running the length of the M870A4. 4.3.8 Frame. To determine conformance to 3.8.1, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. Verification will be by inspections and testing. FPVI Analysis
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3.8.2 Frame Splices. The frame members shall not be spliced. 4.3.8 Frame. To determine conformance to 3.8.2, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. Verification will be by inspections and testing. FPVI Analysis
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3.9 Suspension System. The suspension system shall be IAW 49CFR393.207. Under all load conditions, loads shall not exceed maximum component load ratings and shall be equalized over all of the axles. Clearances shall prevent interference between the tires and any other parts of the M870A4 under the operating conditions specified herein, except that tire scuffing on frame members, which does not leave visual marks in the tire side wall base material, is allowed during ramp negotiations for roll-on/roll-off ship requirements. The loading on any axle shall not exceed its rated capacity. Suspension articulation shall be adequate so as to meet the RO/RO requirements in paragraph 3.25.1. Suspension articulation shall be adequate to keep all wheels in contact with the ground when any combination of wheels is elevated 8 inches above the ground. Bushings shall be of extended long-life material. Jounce bumpers shall keep the axles from hitting the frame 4.3.9 Suspension System. To determine conformance to 3.9 the contractor shall provide certification of conformance to 49CFR393.207 and rated capacity. Clearances, axle loading, and articulation will be verified during testing. Material Certification FPVI Analysis
3.9.1 Axles.Clearances shall preclude interference between tires and any portion of the M870A4 when operating under all load conditions specified herein. The suspension shall have at least three axles and be capable of safely loading and transporting all of the equipment listed in Annex A. 4.3.9.1 Axles. To determine conformance to 3.9.1, the contractor shall provide material certification for rated capacity of axles and suspension. Verification will be by material certification review and inspections. Material Certification FPVI Analysis
| 3.9.2 Lubrication. All moving parts normally requiring lubrication shall be provided with accessible pressure grease fittings. Pressure type lubrication fittings shall be readily accessible for servicing and shall conform to SAE J534. Pressure relief fittings shall be used where high pressure lubricating equipment could cause damage to seals | 4.3.9.2 Lubrication. To determine conformance to 3.9.2, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that grease fittings conform to SAE J534 and that pressure relief fittings are used where needed. The M870A4 will be examined for accessibility of grease fittings and for proper lubrication; including removing the cap and inspecting every hub to verify the oil level is to the rim of the access hole. | FPVI Analysis |
| 3.10 Axle and Wheel Ends.a. Axles shall have preset wheel ends and shall utilize pre-adjusted bearings. The axle ends shall be of field serviceable design and utilize extended life wheel seals (see 4.3.10). |
b. Wheel end lubricant shall conform to SAE J2360 Grade 75W/90.
c. Wheel ends, and hubs shall be filled with SAE J2360 Grade 75W/90 gear oil.
d. Non-window type hub caps shall be furnished .
e. Provide single wheel/axle end pro torque type mounting nut, for each axle end.
f. A hub mileage meter shall be provided on road-side, front axle and be calibrated in miles.
4.3.10 Axle and Wheel Ends. To determine conformance to 3.10 inclusive, the contractor shall provide conformance certification. Verification will be by inspection, and testing. a. FPVI Analysis
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3.11 Wheels and Tires. Tires and wheels shall conform to Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standards (FMVSS) 571.119 and 571.120. All tire and wheel ratings and dimensions shall conform to the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA) or the European Tire and Rim Technical Organization (ETRTO) Standards Manual at the maximum speed of the M870A4. Tires and wheels rated capacity shall be at least 15% greater than the maximum load imposed on each tire, measured at each wheel, at the ground, with the trailer loaded with a 40-ton payload. Wheel and tire assemblies currently in the Army system shall be assessed for form, fit, function, and ruled suitable or rejected for use. (Reference TACOM Administrator's Manual (AM) for use with SAE J2014, (R) Pneumatic Tire/Wheel/Runflat Assembly Qualifications for Military Tactical Wheeled Vehicles Appendix A.) Wheel and tire assemblies shall be balanced. 4.3.11 Wheels and Tires. To determine conformance to 3.11, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that the Tires and Wheels conform to FMVSS 49CFR571.119 and 49CFR571.120, that the rims conform to Tire and Rim Association recommendations for the type and size of tires furnished and that the wheel assemblies have been balanced. Verification will be by inspections to confirm that the tires and rims are the same size for all wheels on the M870A4 and performance will be verified by testing. Certification FPVI Analysis
3.11.1 Tires. Tires shall be of steel belted radial tubeless type design with all terrain tread. Tire size, manufacturer, design and ply rating shall be the same for all tires on each M870A4. Tires shall have a minimum tread life of 10,000 miles for the mission profile of the M870A4 IAW SAEJ2014 Tire Tread Life Durability. Tires furnished shall be new with tire age not more than 18 months from date of manufacture, and have a storage life of 5 years IAW paragraph 4.3.10 of the TACOM Administrator's Manual (AM) for use with SAE J2014. Tires shall also meet requirements for Tread wear Indicators paragraph 4.3.3, Materials paragraph 4.3.5, Ozone Resistance paragraph 4.3.8, Tire Markings paragraph 4.3.11, and Anomalies paragraph 4.3.12 of the TACOM Administrator's Manual (AM) for use with SAE J2014. Tire air pressure shall be stenciled on both sides of the M870A4. 4.3.11.1 Tires. To determine conformance to 3.11.1, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. The tires will be examined for type, size, manufacturer, design, ply rating and date of manufacture. Tires will be tested during R&M testing to confirm a tread life of 10,000 miles per SAE J2014, section A7. During R&M testing the wheel assembly will be inspected for retention of wheel balancing weights. The tire shall be certified that it has a 5 year storage life IAW paragraph 4.3.10 of the “TACOM Administrator’s Manual (AM) for use with SAE J2014 Pneumatic Tires for Military Tactical Wheeled Vehicles”. The M870A4 will be inspected to confirm that the valve caps are provided and all tires are equipped with valve extensions and so mounted as to permit checking tire pressure and inflation using only on-vehicle equipment, and for the presence of the required tire pressure stencils. Vendor Certification FPVI Analysis
3.11.2 Wheel RequirementsTubeless, Hub Piloted, single piece disc type wheels shall be furnished. Wheel load and pressure rating shall be equal or greater than the tire capacity. Wheel size shall be the same for all wheels on each M870A4. Wheel shall meet requirements for Radial & Cornering Fatigue Test per SAE J267 at its maximum load rating. The inner and outer wheels shall be mounted with wide flanged wheel lug nuts, one per stud. Torque wheel lug nuts with use of a torque wrench in proper commercial sequence. Wheel mounting nuts shall be corrosion resistant per paragraph 3.20.2 Corrosion Control and Performance using applicable corrosion protective coating for fasteners. The wheels shall be painted IAW paragraph 3.20.1.1 4.3.11.2 Wheel Requirements. To determine conformance to 3.11.2, the contractor shall provide certification of the wheel type, capacity, size, conformance to SAE J267, and corrosion resistance. Verification will be by examination of the mounting lug nut type, paint, and torque application. Material Certification
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| 3.11.3 Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly. An inflated spare tire mounted on the spare wheel shall be furnished. The tire and wheel shall be identical to the tires and wheels furnished on the trailer. | 4.3.11.3 Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly. To determine conformance to 3.11.3, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. Verification will be by inspections and examinations that the spare wheel and tire assembly is present and that the spare wheel and tire assembly is identical to the other wheel and tire assemblies on the trailer. | FIR |
| 3.11.4 Spare Tire Carrier. The spare wheel and tire assembly shall be removable and stowable by two operators. A tire carrier shall be provided which shall provide secure stowage for the spare wheel and tire assembly, and shall be located in such a way as to not obstruct the loading of vehicular equipment or bulk cargo onto the M870A4 and shall not interfere with usage of the prime mover’s winch. The spare wheel/tire assembly carrier shall incorporate some type of mechanism used to raise and lower the spare wheel/tire assembly from its stowed location on the trailer to the ground and from the ground to its stowed location on the M870A4. | 4.3.11.4 Spare Tire Carrier. To determine conformance to the requirements in section 3.11.4, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. The spare tire carrier and hoist will be operated to verify functionality and safety of the spare tire carrier and hoist, its location does not obstruct the loading of vehicular equipment or bulk cargo onto the M870A4, and does not interfere with usage of the prime mover’s winch during contractor demonstrations and during Government testing and inspections. | FPVI Analysis |
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| 3.11.5 Tire Valves.Tire valves shall be IAW CID A-A-52611, shall be readily accessible for manual inflation, and shall be provided with sealing valve cap. If configured in a dual application, the tire/wheel assembly shall be equipped with valve extensions. The valve extensions shall not extend beyond the outside edge of the rim and be so mounted as to permit checking tire pressure and inflation. | 4.3.11.5 Tire Valves. To determine conformance to 3.11.5, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance to A-A-52611. Verification will be by inspection and during testing to confirm that the valve caps are provided and all tires are equipped with valve extensions and so mounted as to permit checking tire pressure and inflation using only on-vehicle equipment, and for the presence of the required tire pressure stencils. | Certification |
| 3.12 Brakes. A multi-channel Antilock Braking System (ABS) shall be installed on the M870A4 and shall meet the requirements for brake performance specified within FMVSS 571.121 regulation for maximum payload. The brake system shall conform to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations 393.40 through 393.42(b), 393.43, 393.45 through 393.53 and 393.55. The brake system shall provide acceptable brake timing between tractor and trailer. Drum brakes or disc brakes are acceptable to meet the requirement. The M870A4 ABS shall have full functionality in 24-volt blackout operation. |
a. Brakes shall be air brakes of S-cam drum type or disc.
b. ABS required on all axles. ABS diagnostic box shall be located above fording level with easy access for maintenance.
c. Spring failsafe brakes are required on all axle ends.
d. Brake shoes shall be provided of extended life type.
e. A brake caging capability is required with caging bolt provision that secures the caging bolt to the airbrake chamber until its use is required. Under normal operations standard rubber cap plugs installed in the failsafe brake chamber in place of the caging bolts are required.
f. All failsafe brake chamber assemblies to either vent to axle tube or assembly to be sealed.
g. S-Cam assembly to have bushings which are open ended to the atmosphere on one side and completely sealed on the opposite side. 4.3.12 Brakes. To determine conformance to 3.12 the contractor shall provide certification of compliance. Performance will be verified by examination and testing for conformance to the requirements of 49 CFR 571.121, 49 CFR 393.40 through 49 CFR 393.42(b), 49 CFR 393.43, 49 CFR 393.45 through 49 CFR 393.53, and 49 CFR 393.55 applicable to Semi Trailers. The results will be documented during assembly and testing. Material Certification FPVI Analysis
3.12.1 Service Brakes. The service brakes shall be air operated and shall conform to 49CFR393 as applicable. The braking system shall be installed so as to have protection against damage caused by objects striking components, and meet the requirements of FMVSS121. 3.12.1 Service Brakes. To determine conformance to 3.12.1 and 3.12.1.1, the contractor shall provide certification of compliance that the M870A4 combination, when operated, meets the brake performance requirements and tested in accordance with 49 CFR 393.52. The brake stopping distance does not exceed 40 ft from a speed of 20 mph on a dry smooth level road free of loose materials. Performance will be verified by testing. Material Certification FPVI Analysis
3.12.2 Glad Hands. The glad hands shall be of the self-sealing type and conform to SAE J318. Glad hand location shall comply with SAE J702. Glad hand covers shall be provided to protect the glad hand seals and to keep debris out of the glad hand when disconnected. Glad hand covers shall be tethered near the glad hand. Glad hands shall be located in such a way so that they do not interfere with the coupling/uncoupling and loading/unloading of the M870A4. 4.3.12.2 Glad Hands. To determine conformance to 3.12.2 the contractor shall provide certification of compliance. Verification will be by examination and testing. Visual
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3.12.3 Parking brakes.The parking brakes shall be IAW 49CFR393.41 and 49CFR571.121. The spring parking brakes shall be on each axle and shall automatically apply upon disconnection of the emergency air lines and under emergency conditions. The parking brakes shall hold the M870A4 at GVW while coupled to its prime mover without the use of the prime mover’s brakes on a 20% longitudinal grade facing both uphill and downhill. 4.3.12.3 Parking Brakes. To determine conformance to 3.12.3, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. Verification will be by inspections and tests. Material Certification FPVI Analysis Demonstrate Engagement
3.12.4 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The ABS shall operate on both 12v and 24v. Use of a voltage converter box to meet the 24v operation requirement is acceptable. ABS, with each axle end sensed and controlled independently, is required on all axles and shall meet current industry and 49CFR571.121 requirements and provide Power Line Carrier (PLC) communication of ABS malfunction to the prime mover cab. The PLC architecture shall be compliant with SAE J2497. A diagnostic warning blink light shall be mounted on an angle at the left side front of the M870A4 and shall be in view of truck operator. The diagnostic warning blink light shall provide diagnostics capability at minimum to include fault isolation capability sufficient to identify critical failures without use of an off board device. The ABS / electronic control unit box shall be water proof to road splash/spray and shall be located above fording level with easy access for maintenance. 4.3.12.4 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). To determine conformance to 3.12.4, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance and data. Function will be confirmed by inspection and testing Material Certification FPVI Analysis Demonstrate 12/24 volt
3.13 Upper Coupler. The upper coupler plate shall completely cover, and be compatible with both a full oscillating and fore and aft rocking fifth wheel. The upper coupler plate shall provide a minimum 30 years of useful life. There shall be no blind cavities which can collect water. Drainage holes shall be a minimum of 1” diameter. There shall be no drainage holes directly above the fifth wheel plate or within the range of motion of the fifth wheel. The upper coupler plate shall conform to 49CFR393.70 (b). The bottom surface of upper coupler plate shall be coated with 15W or 30W oil or Grease, Automotive and Artillery (GAA) grease (MIL-PRF-10924). The forward end of the upper coupler plate shall have a turned up lip for ease of coupling. The lip shall provide for a smooth interface to avoid damage to prime movers equipped with 5th wheel top plate urethane inserts. The lip may have cutouts for electrical and brake air provisions . 4.3.13 Upper Coupler. To determine conformance to 3.13, the contractor shall provide certification of compliance with 49 CFR 393.70(b). Verification will be by the upper 5th wheel coupler plate being inspected and examined for compliance. Material Certification Visual
3.13.1 Kingpin. The kingpin shall conform to SAE J700 and J848. The kingpin and its securing method shall be adequate to withstand the load imposed by Trailer on Flat Cars (TOFC) IAW Association of American Railroads (AAR) M-931. The kingpin shall be replaceable and interchangeable for both 2” and 3.5” SAE kingpins. 4.3.13.1 Kingpin. To determine conformance to 3.13.1, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance to SAE J700 (2” kingpin) and SAE J848 (3-1/2” kingpin) and TOFC requirements of AAR M‑931.The kingpin will be inspected and examined for conformance. Material Certification Verify Interchange Pins
3.14 Landing Legs.The landing legs shall be capable of supporting a load at GVW and be adjustable in order able to maintain a coupling height compatible with all prime movers. The landing legs shall be located in such a way that they will not cause any interference with the operation of the prime movers. The M870A4 shall be provided with low ground pressure landing pads for use on soft soils or high temperatures on asphalt. The low ground pressure landing pads shall be stowed in the toolbox, or inconspicuously and securely stowed elsewhere on the M870A4. 4.3.14 Landing Legs. To determine conformance to 3.14, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. Performance will be verified by contractor demonstrations and Government testing. Visual Demonstration Material Certification
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3.15 Lighting Trailer lighting, including reflectors and conspicuity markings, shall be IAW 49CFR571.108 and MIL-STD-1179. The lights shall include DOT requirements for ABS connectivity. The M870A4 shall be equipped with a lighting system compatible with both commercial and military truck-tractors. All running lights and reflectors with the exception of the rear side marker lights shall be mounted in recessed or otherwise guarded locations, for protection. The brake lights shall override the four-way emergency flashers or the two systems shall be independent of each other. Turn signal lamps shall conform to SAE J588. The rear identification lights shall be located in a protected location. 4.3.15 Lighting. To determine conformance to 3.15, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that the trailer lighting, reflectors, and conspicuity markings conform to 49 CFR 571.108 and MIL-STD-1179 and are in compliance SAE J588 and SAE J1292.Verification will be by inspections and testing. Visual Demonstration Material Certification
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| 3.15.1 Service Lighting Requirements. All vehicle service lights except blackout running lights shall be of the Light Emitting Diode (LED) type that fully meet MIL-STD-1179 and 49CFR571.108 requirements and shall operate on both 12-volt and 24-volt direct current (DC). License plate light and related harness is not to be furnished. Midship turn signals are not | |||
| to be furnished. Conspicuity markings using reflective sheeting tape with extended life shall be furnished. Commercial reflectors (painted before assembly) shall be used. | 4.3.15.1 Service Lighting Requirements. To determine conformance to 3.15.2, the contractor shall: a. Certify that the service lights are the proper type and fully meet 49CFR571.108 and MIL-STD-1179 requirements when 12-volt DC and 24-volt DC operate the running lights. b. Certify that the conspicuity markings and reflectors are the proper type. c. The M870A4 shall be examined to assure that there are no license plate lights, no midship turn signals and service lights are of the proper type. d. The M870A4 will be examined and tested per Table IV to ensure functionality. | Visual Demonstration |
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3.15.2 Blackout Lighting System. A 24v LED vehicle blackout lighting system for tail light and stop light shall be provided. The energy emission of any M870A4 light source to be illuminated in blackout mode shall be limited to the visible spectrum of 380 to 700 nanometers (nm), with the following exception: energy may be radiated in the 700 to 1200 nm band range provided it is less that 1% of the energy radiated in the 380 to 700 nm band. The 24 volt lamp assembly is to include one, yellow, solid state lamp in the center and a pair of red, solid state lamps on each side of the center lamp. The four red lamps shall appear as individual lights up to 60 feet, from 60 to 120 feet the four red lights shall converge into two points of light. Lights will be visible at 1000, plus or minus 200 feet. When M870A4 is on a 20 percent downgrade no light shall be visible from an altitude which exceeds 400 feet. During blackout lighting operation the service lighting and the ABS diagnostic light shall be non-functional . 4.3.15.2 Blackout Lighting System. To determine conformance to 3.15.2.1, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. Performance will be verified by operation, testing and examination. Visual Demonstration Material Certification
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3.15.3 LED. The LED’s shall be IAW SAE J1889 and shall operate on both 12-volt and 24-volt DC. 4.3.15.3 LED. To determine conformance to 3.15.3 the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that the LEDs are IAW SAE J1889. Verification will be by inspections and testing. Visual Demonstration Material Certification
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3.15.4 Electrical Wiring and Harness Requirements.All electrical wiring shall conform to SAE J1292. All electrical harness connections are to be water tight, environmentally sealed, positive retention type to protect it from rain, and road spray. Wiring shall be secured to prevent chaffing and loose connections. The electrical end connections shall be greased to current industry standards. Grounding screws shall be corrosion resistant in accordance with paragraph 3.20.2 and industry standards for grounding electrical systems 4.3.15.4 Electrical Wiring and Harness Requirements. To determine conformance to 3.15.3.1, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that the electrical harness connections are water tight, environmentally sealed, positive retention type. Verification will be by inspections. Material Certification
3.15.4.1 Electrical Receptacle.The M870A4 shall be equipped with one 12-contact receptacle with cover for 24-volt, and one 7-contact receptacle with cover for 12-volt installed at the front of the M870A4. The 12-contact receptacle shall conform to STANAG 4007 except where it must be modified to be compatible with the M983 LET series prime movers. The 7-contact receptacle shall conform to SAE J560 round socket with cover. Both receptacles shall be located IAW SAE J702. There shall be no possibility for the 7-contact receptacle to be energized at 24 volts when the 24-volt receptacle is connected . 4.3.15.4.1 Electrical Receptacles. To determine conformance to 3.15.4, the receptacles shall be examined and connections verified. The contractor shall provide certification of conformance that the receptacles conform to STANAG 4007 and SAE J560, that the 7-contact receptacle does not energize at 24 volts when the 24-volt receptacle is connected and that the 12-contact and 7-contact receptacles are connected and operate correctly. Verification will be by inspections and testing. FPVI Analysis Material Certification
| 3.16 Rear End Protection. The rear end protection shall comply with the requirements of 49CFR393.86, 49CFR571.223 and 49CFR571.224. | 4.3.16 Rear End Protection. To determine conformance to 3.16, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that the rear end protection is compliant with 49 CFR 393.86, 49 CFR 571.223 and 49 CFR 571.224. Verification will be by inspections. | Material Certification |
| 3.17 Mud Flaps. Anti-Sail mud flaps shall be provided behind the rear wheels IAW SAE J682 and installed IAW industry standard. | 4.3.17 Mud Flaps. To determine conformance to 3.17, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. Verification will be by inspections. | Material Certification |
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3.18.1 Flooring. The M870A4 deck shall be covered with dried, non-pressure treated, dense Apitong/Keruing hardwood boards of non-ship-lap type. All boards shall be full length with the exception of the two center boards used as the deck width extensions. The deck width extension boards shall consist of not more than three segments each. Finger jointed boards to achieve full trailer length are acceptable. Finger joints are to be vertical and bonded together using adhesive MMM-A-181. Finger joints are to be a minimum of 60 inches apart and shall withstand a minimum bending strength of 13,300 psi . 4.3.18.1 Flooring. Wooden floor boards shall meet all requirements of 3.18.1. The contractor shall provide certification of conformance. Verification will be by inspections. Material Certification FIR/Visual
3.18.1.2 Attachment of Flooring. Flooring shall be secured with corrosion-resistant fasteners meeting paragraph 3.20.2 Corrosion Control and Performance. The center boards shall be secured to permit their easy removal by two soldiers without special tools. These removable boards shall be capable of being used in the extension brackets specified. All other boards shall be secured at two locations at each cross sill/member. If screws are used, the top of each screw shall be countersunk below the top of the wood surface so as not to be a hazard. The ends of each full length floor board shall be supported by frame structure . 4.3.18.1.2 Attachment of Flooring. To determine conformance to 3.18.1.2, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. Verification will be by inspections. Material Certification FIR/Visual
| 3.18.2 Deck Width Extension.Side extension brackets for planking shall be furnished to provide at least 120” overall width of the M870A4. The number of brackets per side and design shall be the manufacturer’s standard, except in no case shall the bracket center to center spacing be more than 2 feet. Provisions shall be made for storage of the brackets when not being used. Brackets shall be located, vertically, that when the removable planks specified in 3.18 are in place, the top of the plank shall be level with the remaining planks in the deck. Widening provisions shall be provided in the concentrated payload area. Provisions for securing extension brackets to prevent inadvertent deployment while operating on rough terrain shall be furnished. Provisions for securing the removable boards to the extension brackets shall be furnished . | 4.3.18.2 Deck Width Extension. To determine conformance to 3.18.2, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. Performance will be verified IAW Table IV by inspection and testing. | Demonstration |
| 3.18.3 Low-bed Level Deck. The deck shall be of sufficient length to safely transport all of the equipment in Annex A (see 4.3.2). The M870A4 shall have a level deck extending from the gooseneck to the beavertail or the end of the trailer. There shall be no wheel housings or kick up over the wheels. The M870A4 tires shall not extend above the deck when the M870A4 is being loaded from the rear with equipment identified in Annex A. Wheel well covers are required. | 4.3.18.3 Low-bed Level Deck. To determine conformance to 3.18.3, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. Performance will be verified IAW Table IV during inspections. | Visual |
| 3.19 Mechanical Folding Gooseneck. The gooseneck shall be of the mechanical folding type, be full width of the M870A4, and include a tapered approach ramp for safe loading of the equipment listed in Annex A. Folding goosenecks shall fold flat to the ground, and raise to coupling height mechanically by use of the prime mover winch. The gooseneck shall taper in such a way that all equipment in Annex A can be loaded without the use of shoring or additional ramps. The folding gooseneck shall have a failsafe mechanical lock for transport and be non-binding during lowering and raising. The locks shall be safe and not deform in transportation, including front trailer supports. If a pneumatic lock system is used, a manual backup is required. The M870A4 gooseneck shall be capable of carrying equipment accessories such as loader buckets and dozer blades. The folding gooseneck shall be operable by one soldier with assist from the prime mover winch . | 4.3.19 Mechanical Folding Gooseneck. To determine conformance to 3.19 and 3.19.1, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. Performance will be verified IAW Table IV by demonstration and testing. | Demonstrate Operation |
FPVI Analyisis Loading
| 3.20.3 Wood Preservation. Apply a coat of commercial wood sealant or linseed oil to wood surfaces, top and bottom. | 4.3.20.3 Wood Preservation. To determine conformance to 3.20.3, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance and the performance will be verified IAW Table IV by testing and inspection. | Visual |
| 3.25.5 Lifting Provisions. The M870A4 with rated payload shall be equipped with 4 lifting provisions that meet design requirements of type I of MIL-STD-209, able to lift the M870A4 with full payload. Non-welded parts of the lifting provisions shall be hot dip galvanized. Lifting provisions shall have chamfered edges. Also these provisions shall be recessed below the level of the deck. Each of the M870A4 lifting eye recessed pockets shall have a one (1) inch drain hole. | 4.3.25.5 Lifting Provisions. To determine conformance to 3.25.5 the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that each provision eye is in the correct location and meet the specified yield strength IAW MIL STD 209. Performance will be verified by inspections and testing. | Material Certification |
FPVI Analysis Transportability Report
3.25.6 Equipment Tiedown Provisions. The M870A4 shall be equipped with tiedown provisions in accordance with MIL-STD-209. 4.3.25.6 Equipment Tiedown Provision. To determine conformance to 3.25.6, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that each tiedown provision meets specified yield strength IAW Table IV. Verification will be by inspections and testing. Material Certification FPVI Analysis Transportability Report
3.25.7 Cargo Tiedown Provisions. The M870A4 shall have cargo tiedown provisions and restraint devices that can secure the max load of the M870A4 without the load shifting while being pulled at the max speed of the trailer or experience forces exceeding the working load limit of the tie-down or restraint devices during typical highway operation defined as 0.435 gravitational force (g) deceleration forward, 0.5g rearward, 0.25g lateral, and 0.2g vertical. The M870A4 equipment and material tie-down points shall comply with requirements defined in MIL-STD-209 for cargo tiedown provisions. Provisions will be tested based on the manufacturer’s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) for the M870A4. The M870A4 shall be equipped with at least 26 permanently-attached cargo tiedown provisions. The cargo tiedown provisions shall be located on the M870A4 as follows: at least 3 on each side of the gooseneck, at least 9 evenly spaced on each side of the deck, and at least 1 recessed on each side in the rear of the deck. The cargo tiedown provisions shall have a minimum rated capacity of 15,000 pounds each IAW MIL-STD-209. An additional 8 (eight) 40,000 pound large cargo tiedown provisions shall be placed on the deck of the trailer for payload and cargo tiedown requirements. The trailer lifting provisions and the 4 M870A4 tiedown provisions can be used as M870A4 cargo tiedown provisions 4.3.25.7 Cargo Tiedown Provisions. To determine conformance to 3.25.7, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that the D rings are the correct quantity and are in the correct location. Verification will be by inspections and testing.. Material Certification FPVI Analysis Transportability Report
| 3.26 Tool Box. Each trailer shall be equipped with one or more tool boxes. Each tool box door shall have provisions to keep the lid open. Tool boxes will be used to store Basic Issue Items (BII) to the fullest capacity of the tool boxes. The interior of each box shall have a scuff resistant coating (1/8” thick minimum). Each tool box shall have two 1” drain holes. All M870A4 padlocks shall be keyed alike for an individual M870A4. The tool box shall be located so as not to interfere with the prime mover winch used to pull vehicles onto or off of the load deck . | 4.3.26 Tool Box and Basic Issue Items (BII). To determine conformance to 3.26 and 3.26.1, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that the tool box and tool box assemblies exist, have provisions to hold lids open, the interior of each box is covered with a scuff resistant coating of the required 1/8” thickness, each has two 1” drain holes, does not interfere with use of prime mover winch to pull vehicles onto or off of the load deck, and is of sufficient size to contain all BII components. Verification will be by inspections and document reviews. | Visual |
| 3.26.1 Basic Issue Items (BII). All BII items are to be stored in the tool boxes and shall be provided by the production contractor on each M870A4. | Visual | |
| Jack, Bottle, 20 Ton | ||
| Chain, ½ x 20BC | ||
| Load Binder 1/2 in (ratcheting) | ||
| Wrench, Socket | ||
| Cheater Bar, Hollow, 1 3/8 in. OD, 4 ft long, Grade | ||
| Padlock Set (Quantity 5 per set) | ||
| Hardwood Block, 2 3/8 in. x 7 ½ in. x24 in. | ||
| Chock, wheel | ||
| Low ground pressure landing pads | ||
| Crowbar | ||
| Handle, Truck Wrench | ||
| 3.27 Welders and Welding All welding and weld procedures shall be in accordance with American Welding Society (AWS) or Canadian Welding Association (CWA) standards for applicable base metal. | 4.3.27 Welders and Welding. To determine conformance to 3.27, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance. All welds will be inspected to verify that they meet the requirements of the applicable standard specific to the type of weld that has been applied. Verification will be by inspections, document reviews and testing. | Weld Certification |
Process Controls FIR
| 3.28 Workmanship.. Workmanship shall be of such quality (current industry standards) as to assure that the M870A4 and its components shall be free of defects that compromise, limit, or reduce the ability of the M870A4 to meet the requirements of the contract and this ATPD. Bolted, riveted and welded construction used shall be in accordance with the highest standards of the industry. No sharp edges on any metal, wood, or synthetic surface of the M870A4. | 4.3.28 Workmanship. To determine conformance to 3.28, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that the M870A4 components are free of defects that compromise, limit, or reduce the capability of the M870A4 to perform in accordance with the contract and this ATPD. Verification will be performed by inspections, audits, and testing. | FIR |
| 3.29 Metal Fabrication. Metal used in the fabrication of equipment shall be free from kinks, sharp edges that could cause injury, and sharp bends. The straightening of material shall be done by methods that will not cause damage to the metal. Shearing and chipping shall be done accurately and be of good workmanship. All bends of a major character shall be made with controlled means in order to insure uniformity of size and shape | 4.3.29 Metal Fabrication. To determine conformance to 3.29, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that the M870A4 is free of defects that will affect performance. Verification will be by inspection and testing. | FIR |
FPVI Analysis
3.30 Bolted Connections. Bolt holes shall be accurately punched or drilled and shall have the burrs removed. Holes shall receive corrosion protection before part assembly. Washers or lock-washers shall be provided in accordance with good industry practice, and all bolts, nuts, and screws shall be properly torqued for their application. Galvanized metal clamps with rubber inner sleeve shall be used to secure all wiring, harnesses, and hose clamps. 4.3.30 Bolted Connections. To determine conformance to 3.30, the contractor shall provide certification of conformance that the bolts are secured, mounting bolts required to be torque are torque to specifications and that holes receive corrosion protection before part assembly. Verification will be by inspection. FIR FPVI Analysis
| Definitions |
| FIR - These are items we believe may be included in the FIR. We could then depend on the FIR as the documentation for verification. |
| FPVI Analysis - This could be in the terms of drawings, models, simulations, calculation etc to support that the requirement has been met. |
| Certification - Certification from Globe and/or supplier that requirement has been met or that vendor supplied material is in accordance with PD requirements. |
| FPVI Measurement - Actual measurements that would be done as part of FPVI. |
| Visual - Inspections that would be part of FPVI |
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| Met and supported. |
| Partially met or partially supported. |
| Not met or not supported |
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