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TM 9-2320-391-10

M1078A1 SERIES EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION

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EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES, AND FEATURES - Continued

A power steering system consisting of a recirculating ball type steering gear box with

hydraulic boost. Mechanical linkage provides the Operator with control in the event of

steering oil pressure loss.

A fuel system which includes a 56 gal (212 L) capacity fuel tank with 54 usable gal

(204 L), fuel/water separator with fuel priming pump, fuel transfer pump, secondary

fuel filter, and fuel injectors.

Two front and two rear towing eyes with shackles.

A manually operated pintle hook for towing a trailer or a disabled vehicle.

A Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS) that allows the Operator to adjust tire

pressure, with the touch of a button, to suit terrain conditions.

A cab with accommodations for three personnel, or two personnel if a radio is

installed.

10. SERVICE and EMERGENCY gladhands at the rear and front of the vehicle. Gladhands

at the front of the vehicle are used for towing the vehicle if it becomes disabled.

Gladhands at the rear of the vehicle are for towing a trailer or another disabled

vehicle.

11. An air-powered, hydraulically-operated system that allows the Operator to raise and

lower the cab and spare tire quickly and easily. This system also provides the

Operator with the means to safely and easily lower and raise the vehicle suspension

for internal air transport. In addition, a back-up hydraulic pump is provided in the

event there is not enough air pressure available to operate the primary system.

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