M1078A1 SERIES THEORY OF OPERATION

TM 9-2320-391-10

M1078A1 SERIES THEORY OF OPERATION

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POWERTRAIN

The vehicle powertrain is driven by a diesel engine coupled directly to an automatic

transmission. Power from the automatic transmission is supplied to the transfer case and

on to the front steering axle and rear drive axle through a series of drive shafts and

universal joints. The capability of the powertrain is enhanced by the use of a seven-speed

transmission.

Engine (Vehicle S/N 11,438 to 99,999). The vehicle is equipped with a Caterpillar

model 3126 Air-to-Air Aftercooler (ATAAC) diesel engine rated at 275 hp (205 kW).

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