MIL-DTL-46714E

Abstract

This specification covers the M373A2 van semitrailer, which is a 6-ton, tactical, 2-wheel, van-type semitrailer having an interior length of 30 feet (ft). The semitrailer is primarily used to transport and house electronic processing equipment over all types of roads and limited cross-country terrain and under extreme climatic conditions. These mobile shelters are also used as maintenance shops and command posts (see <a>6.1</a>). <b><u>Intended Use:</u></b> The van semitrailer covered by this specification is intended for use as a tactical vehicle. Although it is primarily intended to transport and house electronic processing equipment, its other uses include maintenance (electrical, mechanical, and electronic) shops, parts, storage and transport, and command posts. The semitrailer is suitable for operation on paved roads, billy and level cross-country, and Belgian block roads, and under the following environmental conditions: a. Inclement weather conditions including arctic, desert, and tropical-type environments. b. Biological chemical (BC) environments. c. Low-level electromagnetic/radio frequency (EM/RF) environments. d. Fording to depths of five feet. In addition, the semitrailer is rail transportable in CONUS on all types of TOFC railcars, and rail transportable in Europe through all tunnels meeting AR 70-47 dimensional requirements. The semitrailer is air transportable in C-130, C-141, and C5 type of aircraft. These semitrailers are considered military unique due to the specific nature of their design for all-terrain conditions. <br>