Table 4-1. Tiedown Data for the RTCC Superstructure on the C-HET System in C-5 Aircraft

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stack the shoring between the frame of the carrier next

e. Crews loads the M911/M747 by driving into the

to each wheel (four places) and the aircraft floor.

aircraft so they can position the front axle of the M911 at

fuselage station 1950 for flight. Then they load the

crane carrier front end (low end) first and position the aft

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axle of fuselage station 724. It may be necessary to

The following tiedown data (tables 4-1 and 4-2) provides

nest the carrier up under the superstructure boom to

a guide for securing the RTCC aboard C-5 aircraft. The

achieve the axle location. The transportation unit or

Air Force loadmaster, as his/her discretion, may alter

activity must supply a minimum of 12- by 18-inch

tiedown procedures. The tables give the capacity of

sleeper shoring for the crane carrier. Loading crews will

tiedown devices, location points on the RTCC, and

aircraft attachment fittings.

Table 4-1. Tiedown Data for the RTCC Superstructure on the C-HET System in C-5 Aircraft

Designation

Attach to item

F24

Left front tiedown provision

B24

Right front tiedown provision

E22

Axle No. 1 left end

C22

Axle No. 1 right end

E21

Right front tiedown provision

C21

Left front tiedown provision

E19

Axle No. 1 left end

C19

Axle No. 1 right end

F13

Left front trailer-lifting provision

B13

Right front trailer-lifting provision

F12

Left rear lifting provision

B12

Right rear lifting provision

E12

Towing pintle

C12

Towing pintle

G12

Tiedown shackle left side

A12

Tiedown shackle right side

G11

Tiedown shackle left side

A11

Tiedown shackle right side

G10

Tiedown shackle left side

A10

Tiedown shackle right side

Tiedown shackle left side

Tiedown shackle right side

Tiedown shackle left side

Tiedown shackle right side

Tiedown shackle left side

Tiedown shackle right side

Left rear tiedown provision

Right rear tiedown provision

Notes:

1. Tiedown devices on C-5 aircraft are type MB-2.

2. All tiedown fittings and devices are rated at 25,000 pounds.

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