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TOWING DISABLED VEHICLE
INITIAL SETUP:
Maintenance Level
References
Operator
FM 20-22
FM 21-305
GENERAL
This work package provides the data and procedures for towing a disabled and vehicle.
Items covered include Towbar Connections, Preparation Of Disabled Vehicle
(M1078/M1078A1 Or M1083/M1083A1 Series), and Preparation Of Towing Vehicle.
TOWBAR CONNECTION
WARNING
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.
Connect towbar between towing vehicle and disabled vehicle (WP 0063 00).
CAUTION
Flat towing is the recommended means of towing. Lift and tow should only be
performed in situations that provide no other means to move the disabled vehicle.
Lift and tow may damage frame. Failure to comply may result in damage to
equipment.
NOTE
If disabled vehicle is a M1078/M1078A1 or M1083/M1083A1 series vehicle,
proceed to Preparation of Disabled Vehicle (M1078A1/M1083A1 Series). If
disabled vehicle is another series vehicle, refer to Operator's manual for that
vehicle.
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