TM 55-1945-205-10-4
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LEFT AND RIGHT END RAKE MODULES
Location
The left and right end rake modules are attached to the center module.
Description
The left and right end rake modules are empty containers. Nominal dimensions of the left and right end rake modules
are 8 ft wide, 20 ft long and 4 ft 6 in. deep. Each left and right end rake module has one 25 ton capacity lifting
shackle, which is flush mounted in the deck. The textured deck and smooth bottom are free of any protrusions that
might obstruct packing. Access for internal leak detection of each compartment is provided by a recessed threaded
plug. The left end rake has a flexor connector pocket for flexor connector installation in the outboard forward corner
of the module. The right end rake has a flexor connector pocket for flexor connector installation in the outboard
forward corner of the module. The left end rake has a male shear connector and the right end rake has a female shear
connector. These are used as a mating device during assembly and act as a hinge during operation. Weight of the left
and right end rake modules is approximately 12,500 lbs.
LIFT SHACKLE
FLEXOR
CONNECTOR
POCKET
CONNECTORS
LIFT SHACKLE
FLEXOR
CONNECTOR
POCKET
END RAKE MODULES
M ALE SHEAR
CONNECTOR
FEMALE SHEAR
CONNECTOR
CONNECTORS
LEFT
RIGHT
FORW ARD
