scope:

This specification covers the processing for storage and shipment of the M901A1, and M901A3 Combat Vehicle, Anti-Tank, improved TOW vehicle (less TOW weapon) and M981, and M981A3 Fire Support Team Vehicle (FISTV) (see 6.1). Beneficial comments (recommendations, additions, deletions) and any pertinent data which may be of use in improving this document should be addressed to: U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command, ATTN: AMSTA-TR-E/BLUE, Warren, MI 48397-5000, by using the Standardization Document Improvement Proposal (DD Form 1426) appearing at the end of this document or by letter.

Processing is classified into the following levels:

Level A - Maximum military protection.

Level A is the processing required for the protection of vehicle during shipment, handling, and storage exceeding 90 days from date of actual processing. This level does not provide for driveaway capability. It does provide for domestic or overseas shipment, including open deck loading.

Level B - Minimum military protection.

Level B is the limited processing required for the protection of vehicle during shipment, handling, and storage not to exceed 90 days from date of actual processing. This level provides for driveaway capability, when specified, and domestic or overseas shipment (excluding open deck loading).

intended Use: