Loading M109-Series Self-Propelled Howitzers

b. Two M109 howitzers can be loaded onto the flatcar by being driven or lifted onto the car. Both howitzers must be

centered over the centerline of the car so that the track overhang is about equal on both sides. Both howitzers must be

facing the same direction and secured as shown in figure 7-2. The front of the M109 must be positioned so that the

center of the front roadwheel is lined up with the yellow mark nearest position No. 44. The other M109 must be

positioned so that the center of the TM 55-2220-058-14 rear roadwheel is lined up with the yellow mark at the other end

of the car. The application of materials and chain tiedowns for two M109 howitzers is explained in table 7-3. If one or

two M109 howitzers are loaded facing the opposite direction from that shown in figures 7-1 and 7-2, the chain tiedowns

for one M109 howitzer will be applied as explained in table 7-4; or, for two howitzers, table 7-5.

7-3