Section Ill. TRANSPORT ON FOREIGN RAILWAYS

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Section Ill. TRANSPORT ON FOREIGN RAILWAYS

7-6. General

ances used by different countries, evaluation of

transport capability must be made on an individual

The transportability guidance contained in this sec-

basis.

tion is applicable when the scoop loader is trans-

ported on foreign railways. Consideration is given to

7-7. Transport on Foreign-Service Flatcars

single and multiple movements on types of railcars

normally used for the transport of the equipment.

a. General. The vehicles can be transported on a

When loaded on a suitable flatcar, the scoop loader

number of foreign service flatcars.

can be transported within European countries in its

b. Materials. The materials required for blocking

reduced configuration and complies with the passe

and tiedown of vehicles on foreign-service flatcars

partout international (PPI) gauge railways: this also

are essentially the same as those used with CON US.

applies to most of the countries in the Middle East

For general guidance, refer to figures 7-1 and 7-2.

and South America Clearances vary by country,

Detailed guidance is contained in 4th Transporta-

and each country will require a separate check.

tion Command Pamphlet 55-2, Tiedown Guide for

Because of various designation systems and clear-

Rail Movements.

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