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M1089A1 FLAT TOWING
INITIAL SETUP:
Maintenance Level
Personnel Required
Operator
Two
References
FM 20-22
GENERAL
This work package provides the data and procedures for M1089A1 flat towing. Items
covered include Vehicles M1089A1 Can Tow, Pintle Towing Hook Installation, Towbar
Connection, Towbar Disconnection, and Pintle Towing Hook Removal.
WARNING
M1089A1 should not be operated at speeds over 15 mph (24 km/h)
when towing, except on paved roads when Operator determines
that vehicle being towed and terrain conditions allow safe
operation. The following are maximum speeds for safe operation.
Exceeding these speeds may result in loss of vehicle control.
TERRAIN CONDITION
MAXIMUM SPEED
on road (level)
35 mph (56 km/h)
on road (hilly)
30 mph (48 km/h)
off road
15 mph (24 km/h)
Exceeding maximum speed may result in serious injury or death to
personnel or damage to equipment.
Do not flat tow a fully loaded MTV and trailer combination. The
FMTV Wrecker towbar can be damaged if weight capacity is
exceeded. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death to
personnel or damage to equipment.
When towing a vehicle with nonfunctional brakes, use extreme
caution and reduce/adjust speed accordingly. Failure to comply
may result in serious injury or death to personnel or damage to
equipment.
CAUTION
Extreme care must be used when towing disabled vehicle to prevent further
damage to disabled vehicle. Failure to comply may result in damage to
equipment.
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