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Chapter 3
INSTALLING PARACHUTE RELEASE
3-17. Prepare and install an M-1 cargo parachute release system according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-
11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5 and as shown in Figure 3-16.
2
1
1 Place the M-1 release on the M-Gator box, and safety it to a convenient place on the load.
2 Fold and secure any slack in the suspension slings.
Figure 3-16. Parachute Release System Installed
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Low-Velocity Airdrop
POSITIONING EXTRACTION PARACHUTE
3-18. Select the extraction parachute and extraction line needed using the extraction line requirements
table in FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5. Place the extraction
parachute and extraction line on the load for installation inside aircraft.
INSTALLING PROVISIONS FOR EMERGENCY RESTRAINTS
3-19. Select and install provisions for emergency restraints according to the emergency aft restraints
requirements in FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5
MARKING RIGGED LOAD
3-20. Mark the rigged load according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-
010/TO 13C7-1-5 and as shown in Figure 3-17. Complete the Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous
Goods. If the load varies from the one shown, the weight, height, tip-off curve, CB, and parachute
requirement must be recomputed.
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
3-21. The equipment required to rig this load is listed in Table 3-1.
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CAUTION
Make the final rigger inspection required by FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-
11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MM0-010/TO 13C7-1-5 and AR 59-4/
OPNAVINST 4630.24C/AFJ 13-210(I)/MCO 13480.1B before the
load leaves the rigging site.
CB
RIGGED LOAD DATA
Weight
4,630 pounds
Maximum Load Allowed
5,000 pounds
Height
78 inches
Width
108 inches
Overall Length
162 inches
Overhang: Front (box)
0 inches
Rear
0 inches
Center of Balance (CB) (from front edge of platform)
68 inches
Extraction System with 12-foot cable (adds 18 inches to length of platform)
EFTC
Figure 3-17. M-Gator and CDS Rigged on a 12-Foot, Type V Platform for Low-Velocity Airdrop
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Low-Velocity Airdrop
Table 3-1. Equipment Required for Rigging the M-Gator and an A-22 Cargo Bag on a 12-Foot,
Type V Platform for Low-Velocity Airdrop
National Stock Number
Item
Quantity
8040-00-273-8713
Adhesive, paste, 1-gal
As required
1670-00-587-3421
Bag, cargo, aerial delivery, A-22
1
1670-01-035-6054
Bridle, extraction line lead, (line bag for C-17)
1
4030-00-090-5354
Clevis, large
5
1670-00-360-0328
Cover, clevis, large
1
8135-00-664-6958
Cushioning material, packaging, cellulose wadding
As required
1670-00-434-5783
Coupling assembly, airdrop, EFTC, w/12-ft cable
1
1670-01-475-1990
Extraction Parachute Jettison System (EPJS)
1
8305-00-191-1101
Felt, ½-inch
As required
8305-00-290-5584
Felt, 3/16-inch
As required
1670-01-183-2678
Leaf, extraction line (line bag)(add 2 for DES)
2
Line Multi-Loop:
For deployment line:
1670-01-062-6304
9-ft (2-loop), type XXVI nylon webbing
1
For drogue:
1670-01-064-4452
60-ft (1-loop), type XXVI nylon webbing (DES)
1
For extraction:
1670-01-064-4452
60-ft (1-loop), type XXVI nylon (C-130 aircraft)
1
1670-01-107-7652
160-ft (1-loop), type XXVI nylon (C-17 aircraft)
1
For riser extension:
1670-01-062-6301
3-ft (2-loop), type XXVI nylon webbing
1
For suspension:
1670-01-062-6303
16-ft (2-loop), type XXVI nylon webbing
4
Link:
1670-01-493-6418
Assembly small, two-point, 3 ¾-inch
1
1670-01-493-6418
Assembly small, two-point, 3 ¾-inch (C-17 drogue)
1
1670-01-072-5637
Jettison, C-130 (DES)
1
1670-01-483-8259
Link, Parachute connector (TRM H-block) (C-17)
1
Lumber:
5510-00-220-6146
2-by 4-inch
As required
5510-00-220-6148
2-by 6-inch
As required
5530-00-128-4981
Plywood, ¾-inch sheet
6 sheets
Nail, steel wire, common:
5315-00-010-4659
8d
As required
1670-00-753-3928
Pad, energy-dissipating, honeycomb,
9 sheets
Parachute:
1670-01-016-7841
G-11
1
1670-00-063-3715
15-ft, Extraction, Cargo (for C-130 and C-17)
1
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Table 3-1. Equipment Required for Rigging the M-Gator and an A-22 Cargo Bag on a 12-Foot,
Type V Platform for Low-Velocity Airdrop (Continued)
National Stock Number
Item
Quantity
1670-01-063-3715
15-ft, Extraction Drogue (DES)
1
Platform, airdrop, type V, 12-ft:
1670-01-353-8425
Bracket assembly, component (EFTC)
1
1670-01-353-8424
Bracket, assembly, extraction
1
1670-01-162-2372
Clevis, load tie-down
22
1670-01-162-2381
Link, Tandem, link sups. assembly
4
1670-01-097-8816
Release, cargo parachute, M-1
1
7510-00-266-5016
Tape, adhesive, 2-in
As required
1670-00-937-0271
Tie-down cargo, A/C, 15-ft webbing
24
Webbing:
4020-00-240-2146
Cord, nylon, type III, 550-lb
As required
8305-00-268-2411
Cotton, type I, 1/4-inch
As required
8305-00-082-5752
Nylon, tubular, 1/2-in, natural
As required
8305-00-263-3591
Nylon, type VIII
As required
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Chapter 4
Rigging One Military Utility Vehicle (M-Gator) With the First
Response Expeditionary (FRE) Fire Vehicle and an A-22
Cargo Bag on a 12-Foot, Type V Platform for Low-Velocity
Airdrop
DESCRIPTION OF LOAD
4-1. This load consists of one John Deere Diesel, which has been named the Military Utility Vehicle (M-
Gator) w/FRE (Figure 4-1) and one A-22 cargo bag. The minimum the A-22 cargo bag can weigh is 800
pounds and the maximum weight is 1,200 pounds. It is rigged on a 12-foot, type V platform. The load
shown has a rigged weight of 4,980 pounds. It has an overall length of 168 inches, width of 108 inches,
height of 94 inches, and with a center of balance of 70 inches. The load is rigged with one G-11 cargo
parachute.
PREPARING PLATFORM
4-2. Inspect, or assemble and inspect, a 12-foot, type V platform as outlined in TM 10-1670-268-
20&P/TO 13C7-52-22. Prepare a 12-foot platform using 22 tie-down clevises as shown in Figure 4-2.
Figure 4-1. Military Utility Vehicle (M-Gator) W/ FRE
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Clevises 11A through 1A
Left
REAR
FRONT
Right
Clevises 11 through 1
1.
Install a tandem multi-purpose link to the front of each platform side rail using holes 1, 2,
and 3.
2.
Install a tandem multi-purpose link to the rear of each platform side rail using holes 22, 23,
and 24.
3.
Install a clevis on bushings 1 and 3 on each front tandem link.
4.
Install a clevis on bushing 2 of each rear tandem link.
5.
Starting at the front of each platform side rail, install clevises on each bushing bolted on
holes 6, 7, 9, 15, 17, 18, 19, and 20.
6.
Starting at the front of each platform side, number the clevises bolted to the right side rail
from 1 through 11 and those bolted to the left side from 1A through 11A.
7.
Label the deck rings according to FM 4-20.102/ MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS 400-AB-
MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5.
8.
Route a lashing through deck ring A1 and back through its own D-ring, repeat for tie-down
rings B1, A3, and B3.
Figure 4-2. Platform Prepared
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BUILDING AND POSITIONING HONEYCOMB STACKS
4-3. Prepare the honeycomb stack for the M-Gator as shown in Figures 4-3 and 4-4.
REAR
FRONT
40”
14”
Notes.
1. Not drawn to scale.
2. All dimensions are given in inches.
Stack
Pieces
Width
Length
Material
Instructions
Number
(Inches)
(Inches)
1
3
72
36
Honeycomb
Position on floor with the second piece 14
inches from the first and the third piece 40
inches from the second. Cut a 6 inch by 6
inch hole in each piece of honeycomb 6
inches from the sides and centered.
1
9
9
Honeycomb
Centered and 16 inches from the rear of
the second piece of honeycomb.
1
12
90
Honeycomb
Center and glue across first four pieces of
honeycomb.
6
30
12
Honeycomb
Cut 6- by 6-inch holes, 6 inches from one
side, in the center of each piece. Line
holes up on base and glue in place.
3
72
12
Honeycomb
Cut 6- by 6-inch holes on each side of
honeycomb, 6 inches from the side and
centered. Line holes up on base and glue
in place.
6
12
14
Honeycomb
Center and glue three pieces on the first
and second sections. Position the 12-
inch edges facing to the rear.
2
9
9
Honeycomb
Center and glue on the third sections rear
edge.
3
9
9
3/4-inch
Glue on the 9-inch by 9-inch honeycomb
Plywood
stack.
1
9
9
Honeycomb
Glue on the 9-inch by 9-inch honeycomb
and plywood stack.
Figure 4-3. Honeycomb Stack 1 Prepared
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Stack
Pieces
Width
Length
Material
Instructions
Number
(Inches)
(Inches)
2
2
51
36
Honeycomb
Glue and place one on top of the other.
Figure 4-4. Honeycomb Stack 2 Prepared
POSITIONING HONEYCOMB STACK 1
4-4. Position honeycomb stack 1 centered left to right and 47 1/2 inches from the front edge of the
platform and as shown in Figure 4-5.
REAR
47 1/2'
FRONT
Figure 4-5. Honeycomb Stack 1 Positioned
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and an A-22 Cargo Bag on a 12-Foot, Type V Platform for Low-Velocity Airdrop
PREPARING M-GATOR WITH FRE
4-5. Remove the following items from the vehicle: 1KW generator, cargo rack, gas can, 5-gallon can
foam concentrate, foam can connector, winch, winch control, extension cord, water hose, sump pump, and
fire fighting pistol. Set items aside to be placed inside A-22 container. Prepare the M-Gator with FRE
according to Figure 4-6.
Note. Ensure water reservoir has been drained completely.
1
2
3
1 Raise the FRE platform and position a lashing across the frame, centered between the
rear tires.
2 Route lashing around the frame and the engine.
3 Secure a piece of 2- by 4- by 8 1/2-inch lumber, laterally, under the engine. The piece of
lumber may be temporarily secured using cloth-backed tape. Position the load binder
against the piece of lumber.
Figure 4-6. M-Gator W/FRE Prepared
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5
4
4 Lower the FRE platform. Route a lashing around the frame of the M-Gator and over the FRE
platform just behind the A-frame. Secure the lashing with a D-ring and load binder behind
the A-frame.
5 Loosen the water reservoir retaining straps. Place a 28-inch by 42-inch piece of felt padding
under and forward against the A-frame of the FRE platform.
6
6 Tighten the water reservoir retaining straps and secure ratchet handles with type III nylon
cord.
Figure 4-6. M-Gator W/FRE Prepared (Continued)
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7
8
7 Secure the seats in position with 1/2-inch tubular nylon.
8 Secure the gear stick to the emergency brake lever with type III nylon cord.
11
9
10
9 Secure the fire extinguisher to the mounting bracket with type III nylon cord.
10 Remove the water reservoir top and wrap with cellulose wadding and tape. Secure reservoir
top to pressure hose reel with type III nylon cord.
11 Tape the top of the water reservoir.
Figure 4-6. M-Gator W/FRE Prepared (Continued)
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13
12
12
14
14
13
12
14
12 Wrap hose fittings with cellulose wadding and tape.
13 Secure all loose hoses with type III nylon cord.
14 Secure and tape all retaining straps and gauge lenses.
Figure 4-6. M-Gator W/ FRE Prepared (Continued)
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and an A-22 Cargo Bag on a 12-Foot, Type V Platform for Low-Velocity Airdrop
BUILDING M-GATOR W/FRE BOX
4-6. Build the M-Gator box using 8d common nails as shown in Figure 4-7.
Notes.
1. Not drawn to scale.
2.
All dimensions are given in inches.
3.
Use wood glue and 1 1/2-inch long, #4 wood screws to sturdy box for multiple airdrop use.
69 1/2"
4 1/2"
2” X 6” X 68” Lumber (Centered)
48"
¾” Plywood
81"
2” X 6” X 68” Lumber (Centered)
¾” Plywood
33"
2” X 6” X 68” Lumber (Centered)
4 1/2"
3"
3"
1” diameter holes 1” in from bottom edge
Figure 4-7. M-Gator W/FRE Box Built (Top Board)
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Notes.
1. Not drawn to scale.
2.
All dimensions are given in inches.
3.
Use wood glue and 1 1/2-inch long, #4 wood screws to sturdy box for multiple airdrop use.
72"
3/4" X 24” X 9”
Plywood
3/4" X 24” X 58”
3/4" X 24” X 58”
Plywood
Plywood
OUTSIDE VIEW
19 1/4"
11"
3 1/2"
2” X 6” X 65” Lumber
2"
2” X 6” X 65” Lumber
All notches are
INSIDE VIEW
2 3/4” X 1 1/4" deep
Figure 4-7. M-Gator W/FRE Box Built (Front Board) (Continued)
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and an A-22 Cargo Bag on a 12-Foot, Type V Platform for Low-Velocity Airdrop
ONE RIGHT AND ONE LEFT SIDEBOARD IS
REQUIRED TO BUILD BOX
Notes.
1. Not drawn to scale.
2.
All dimensions are given in inches.
3.
Use wood glue and 1 1/2-inch long, #4 wood screws to sturdy box for multiple airdrop use.
81"
2” X 6” X 81” Lumber
1 1/2"
3/4" X 48” X 81” Plywood
48"
INSIDE VIEW
2” X 4” X 67”
Lumber
78"
Figure 4-7. M-Gator W/FRE Box Built (Side Boards) (Continued)
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POSITIONING LOAD
4-7. Using two 12-foot (2-loop), type XXVI nylon suspension slings and two 11-foot (2-loop), type
XXVI nylon suspension slings for lifting slings. Position the M-Gator on the platform as shown in Figure
4-8.
1
2
1 Attach a large clevis to one end of each lifting sling. Attach a 12-foot lifting sling to the right front
lifting point of the M-Gator using the large clevis. Repeat for the left front lifting point.
2 Attach an 11-foot lifting sling to the right rear lifting point of the M-Gator using the large clevis.
Repeat for the left rear lifting point.
FRONT
REAR
3
3 Position the M-Gator with the rear of the vehicle facing the front of the platform. Align the rear
edge of the M-Gator frame with the front edge of the honeycomb stack and center. Each tire will
be centered over a cutout in the honeycomb stack. Remove lifting slings.
Figure 4-8. M-Gator W/FRE Positioned
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and an A-22 Cargo Bag on a 12-Foot, Type V Platform for Low-Velocity Airdrop
POSITIONING HONEYCOMB STACK 2
4-8. Temporarily place the pre-positioned lashings from deck-rings A3 and B3 over the bed. Position
honeycomb stack 2 on the front edge of the platform, centered left to right. Ensure the 51 inch length is
across the platform as shown in Figure 4-9.
FRONT
REAR
Figure 4-9. Honeycomb Stack 2 Positioned
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RIGGING AND POSITIONING THE A-22 CARGO BAG
4-9. Rig the A-22 cargo bag as described in FM 4-20.103/MCRP 4-11.35/TO 13C7-1-11 and as shown in
Figure 4-10. The A-22 cargo bag weight limitations for this load are 800 pounds minimum and a
maximum weight of 1,200 pounds of unit specific equipment. Cellulose wadding and honeycomb will be
used to fill the void spaces prior to closing the A-22 bag. Position the A-22 cargo bag as shown in Figure
4-11.
Note. Items to be rigged in the A-22 bag are as follows:
1
Cargo rack
14
Five-gallon water cans
2
Boxes of small arms ammunition
1
Five-gallon can of foam
1
Gasoline can
1
1KW generator
1
Winch
1
Winch control
1
Sump pump
1
Foam separator connector
1
Fire fighter pistol
1
Water hose
1
Electrical extension cord
LEFT
2
1
REAR
FORWARD
3
5
4
RIGHT
1 Lay out the A-22 cargo bag sling facing down. Center the cargo bag cover on the sling
assembly.
2 Pre-position four 15-foot lashings. Lashing 1 is positioned 3 inches from the left side
running forward to rear.
3 Position second lashing 12 inches to the right of lashing 1.
4 Position third lashing 6 inches from the forward edge running from right to left.
5 Position fourth lashing 3 inches from the rear edge running from left to right.
Figure 4-10. A-22 Cargo Bag Rigged
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7
6
6 Center a 27- by 48-inch piece of honeycomb on the pre-positioned lashings. Tape the
bottom edges of the honeycomb.
7 Position fourteen 5-gallon water containers on top of the honeycomb as shown.
10
9
8
8 Secure water cans by running a lashing around the water containers and secure with a D-
ring and load binder.
9 Place a 27- by 48-inch piece of honeycomb on top of the water containers and tape the top
edges.
10 Secure the water containers and honeycomb with the four pre-positioned lashings.
Figure 4-10. A-22 Cargo Bag Rigged (Continued)
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12
11
11 Wrap the winch control and foam separator and connector with cellulose wadding and tape.
Place on top of the honeycomb as shown. Secure items to the lashing using type III nylon
cord.
12 Place the fire fighting pistol and the electrical extension cord on the honeycomb as shown.
Secure items to the lashing using type III nylon cord.
13
13 Position the cargo rack upside down on top of the honeycomb as shown.
Figure 4-10. A-22 Cargo Bag Rigged (Continued)
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14
REAR
FORWARD
15
RIGHT
14 Position three layers of 27- by 48-inch pieces of honeycomb on top of the cargo rack. Crush
the honeycomb down over the cargo rack brackets.
15 Position one 18- by 48-inch piece of honeycomb on the bottom right of the cargo bag cover.
Position the 48-inch edge flush against the water container honeycomb base.
REAR
FORWARD
16
16 Wrap the gas can with cellulose wadding and tape. Position the generator, gas can, 5-gallon
foam can, and water hose as shown.
Figure 4-10. A-22 Cargo Bag Rigged (Continued)
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17
19
FORWARD
REAR
18
RIGHT
17 Cut one piece of honeycomb and position on top of the foam can.
18 Cut two pieces of honeycomb to fill in the area to the right of the foam can.
19 Cut to fit six pieces of honeycomb to fill the area forward of the foam can.
Notes.
1. Not drawn to scale.
2.
All dimensions are given in inches.
21
14”
20
10”
18”
Honeycomb
48”
RIGHT
FORWARD
20 Cut an 18- by 48-inch piece of honeycomb with a 10- by 14-inch cutout as shown above.
21 Position the 18- by 48-inch piece of honeycomb on top of water hose and honeycomb filler
with the cutout facing to the forward left of the container load as shown.
Figure 4-10. A-22 Cargo Bag Rigged (Continued)
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23
22
22 Wrap the sump pump and the winch with cellulose wadding and tape. Place the sump
pump into the 10- by 14-inch honeycomb cutout with the high point to the inside of the
container.
23 Position two small arms ammunition cans on the honeycomb on the opposite end of the
sump pump.
Notes.
1. Not drawn to scale.
2. All dimensions are given in inches.
24
10”
14”
25
18”
25
Honeycomb
16”
24 Position the prepared winch on the center of the honeycomb.
25 Cut and position three pieces of 16- by 18-inches honeycomb with a 10- by 14-inch cutout
around the sump pump as shown above.
Figure 4-10. A-22 Cargo Bag Rigged (Continued)
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26
26 Cut to fit three pieces of honeycomb. Place on top of the other piece of honeycomb to fill the
space to the right of the winch and ammunition cans as shown above. Fill in all the empty
spaces around the ammunition cans and winch with scrap honeycomb and cellulose wadding
as needed (Not Shown).
27
27 Cut an 18- by 48-inch piece of honeycomb and position on top of the winch, ammunition
vans, and sump pump as shown above.
Figure 4-10. A-22 Cargo Bag Rigged (Continued)
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Notes.
1. Not drawn to scale.
2.
All dimensions are given in inches.
3.
Use 8d common nails or 2-inch long, #4 wood screws.
28
28 Cut three pieces of 3/4-inch plywood as shown above to be used as the A-22 equipment
retainer box. Nail together with 8d common nails or 2-inch, #4 wood screws to form a
three sided box.
Figure 4-10. A-22 Cargo Bag Rigged (Continued)
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30
29
RIGHT
FORWARD
29 Position the A-22 equipment retainer box around the stacked equipment on the right side
of the container.
30 Route a lashing around the A-22 equipment retainer box and the water cans. Secure the
lashing with a D-ring and load binder on the side with the water cans.
31
31 Close the A-22 container according to FM 4-20.103/MCRP 3-11.3C/NAVSEA SS400-AB-
MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-11.
Figure 4-10. A-22 Cargo Bag Rigged (Continued)
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1 Route the pre-positioned lashings on A3 and B3, Figure 4-2, over the bed of the FRE (Not
Shown).
2 Position the A-22 cargo bag on stack 2 with the equipment box facing the front of the
platform and away from the M-Gator. Position the A-22 cargo bag against the rear of the
M-Gator so there is no overhang.
Figure 4-11. A-22 Cargo Bag Positioned
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LASHING THE A-22 CARGO BAG
4-10. Lash the A-22 cargo bag to the platform according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA
SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5 and as shown in Figure 4-12.
1
2
3
2
1
1 Route the pre-positioned lashings under the A-22 cargo bag webbing, tie-down ring A1
load binds to deck ring A3, deck ring B1 load binds to deck ring B3, and close and secure
load binders on top of the A-22 cargo bag.
2 Route a lashing through clevis 1 and back through its own D-ring, route it through the rear
middle lower webbing on the A-22 cargo bag and load bind to clevis 1A.
3 Route a lashing through clevis 2 and back through its own D-ring, route it through the rear
lower webbing on the A-22 cargo bag and load bind to clevis 2A.
Figure 4-12. A-22 Cargo Bag Lashed
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4
3
4
4 Route a lashing through clevis 3A and back through its own D-ring. Route it through the
front lower webbing on the A-22 cargo bag and load bind to clevis 3.
5 Route a lashing through clevis 4A and back through its own D-ring. Route it through the
front middle webbing on the A-22 cargo bag and load bind to clevis 4.
Figure 4-12. A-22 Cargo Bag Lashed (Continued)
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LASHING M-GATOR W/FRE
4-11. Lash the M-Gator to the platform according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-
MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5 and as shown in Figures 4-13 through 4-15.
3
1
11
7
Lashing
Tie-down
Instructions
Number
Clevis Number
Pass lashing through:
1
11
Front right tie-down point.
2
11A
Front left tie-down point.
(Not Shown)
3
7
Front left tie-down point.
4
7A
Front right tie-down point.
(Not Shown)
Figure 4-13. Lashings 1 Through 4 Installed
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A5
5
Lashing
Deck Ring Number
Instructions
Number
Pass lashing through:
5
A5
Left rear tie-down point (do not tighten).
6
B5
Right rear tie-down point (do not tighten).
Figure 4-14. Lashings 5 and 6 Installed
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7
5
Lashing
Tie-down
Instructions
Number
Clevis Number
Pass lashing through:
7
5
Rear right tie-down point (do not tighten).
8
5A
Rear left tie-down point (do not tighten).
Tighten lashings 5 and 6, then 7 and 8.
Figure 4-15. Lashings 7 and 8 Installed
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POSITIONING M-GATOR BOX
4-12. Position M-Gator box as shown in Figure 4-16.
1
1 Position the box on the platform, aligning the front bottom edge of the box with the platform
rear edge.
Figure 4-16. M-Gator Box Positioned
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LASHING M-GATOR BOX
4-13. Lash the M-Gator box to the platform according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-
AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5 and as shown in Figure 4-17.
1
2
8
10
1 Route a lashing through clevis 8 and back through its own D-ring, and pull the strap taut.
Repeat the same steps for clevis 10.
Lashing
Tie-down Clevis
Instructions
Number
Number
Pass lashing through:
1
8 and 8A
Top rear cutouts of box.
2
10 and 10A
Bottom rear cutouts of box.
Figure 4-17. M-Gator Box Lashed
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4
3
9
6
2 Route a lashing through clevis 6 and back through its own D-ring, and pull the strap taut.
Repeat the same steps for clevis 6A, 9, and 9A.
Lashing
Tie-down Clevis
Instructions
Number
Number
Pass lashing:
3
6 and 6A
Over top of box and bind on right side of box.
4
9 and 9A
Over top of box and bind on right side of box.
5
Through the passenger compartment of the vehicle, around and
over the box and bind the ends together on the right side of box.
Figure 4-17. M-Gator Box Lashed (Continued)
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BUILDING AND INSTALLING M-GATOR W/FRE BOX EXTENSION
4-14. Build and install the M-Gator W/FRE box extension as shown in Figures 4-18 and 4-19.
Notes.
1. Not drawn to scale.
2.
All dimensions are given in inches.
3.
All holes are 1-inch in diameter and 1 inch in on all corners.
1 Cut a piece of 3/4- by 24- by 72-inch plywood. Drill five holes as shown in diagram above.
Drill three matching holes in the top board of the M-Gator box (Figure 4-6) to match the three
holes on the 72-inch side of the M-Gator W/FRE box extension.
Figure 4-18. M-Gator W/FRE Box Extension Built
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3
1
1 Place one full sheet of honeycomb over the water reservoir and FRE and tie down with
type III nylon cord to a convenient point on the platform.
2 Place the FRE box extension on top of the honeycomb matching the three drilled holes on
top of the M-Gator box with the box extension.
3 Secure the FRE box extension on top of the M-Gator box by tying 1/2-inch tubular nylon
webbing through each of the three drilled holes in each box. Secure with square knots and
overhand knots in each running end (Not Shown). Tie the rear of the box extension, using
the two outside holes, down on top of the honeycomb using 1/2-inch tubular nylon webbing
tied to a convenient point on the platform.
Figure 4-19. M-Gator W/FRE Box Extension Installed
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INSTALLING SUSPENSION SLINGS
4-15. Install four 16-foot (2-loop), type XXVI nylon slings as suspension slings according to FM 4-
20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5 and as shown in Figure 4-20.
1
3
2
REAR
FRONT
1 Attach a 16-foot (2-loop), type XXVI nylon sling to each of the front tandem links using one
large clevis. Attach a 16-foot (2-loop), type XXVI nylon sling to each rear tandem link using
two large clevises.
2 Felt and tape each sling where they make contact with the box.
3 Raise the slings above the load and install the deadman’s tie as outlined in FM 4-
20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5.
Figure 4-20. Suspension Slings Installed
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STOWING CARGO PARACHUTE
4-16. Prepare, stow, and restrain one G-11 cargo parachute on the front edge of the M-Gator box
according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5 and as shown in
Figure 4-21.
BOX FRONT
REAR
Figure 4-21. Cargo Parachute Stowed
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INSTALLING EXTRACTION SYSTEM
4-17. Install the Extraction Force Transfer Coupling
(EFTC) according to FM 4-20.102/MCRP 4-
11.3J/NAVSEA SS400-AB-MMO-010/TO 13C7-1-5 and as shown in Figure 4-22.
2
3
1
1 Install the EFTC actuator mounting bracket using the front mounting holes.
2 Install a 12-foot cable.
3 Attach a 9-foot (2-loop), type XXVI nylon sling for the deployment line.
Figure 4-22. Extraction System Installed
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