TM 55-2200-001-12
Change 3
Sec. 3-Fig. 200 (Rev.--9-1983)
TRACTORS, CRAWLER TYPE WITH GROUSERS, FLAT CARS HAVING CHAIN TIE-DOWN ASSEMBLIES
Item No. of Pcs.
Description
A
Brake wheel clearance. See Fig. 2, Sec. 1.
B
4 each unit
Chain 1/2 in. alloy per Sketch 1. Place one directly forward of rear drive sprocket and one
35,000 lbs. or less
immediately behind front idler where track is parallel with floor. When six chains are required,
6 each unit over
locate additional chain midway between two outer chains. When eight chains are required,
35.000 lbs. to
locate one directly over rear drive sprocket and one over front idler where track Is parallel with
90,000 lbs.
car floor. Space the two remaining chains equally between the two outer chains.
8 each unit over
90,000 lbs. to
123,000 lbs.
inclusive.
Notes:
1. Detached parts, boxed material, etc., must be located as far from sides and ends of car as practicable and
secured to prevent displacement.
2. Brake must be tightly set and secured.
See General Rules 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 15 and 19-A for further details.
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