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OPERATOR, UNIT, AND DIRECT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL
(INCLUDING REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST)
TANK, FABRIC, COLLAPSIBLE, WATER, 3,000 AND 5,000 GALLONS, SEMI-TRAILER MOUNTED
THEORY OF OPERATION
Collapsible Water Tank Theory of Operation
The tank is used for storage and transport of potable water (drinking water).
The assembled unit consists of a collapsible tank with pressure gage, end fittings, tie-down straps,
emergency repair kit items, hose and tools to secure the tank safely on the M871, M872 and M127 semi-
trailers (depending on model).
Access to the tank interior is through the use of removable end clamps. When laid flat, the 3,000-gallon
tank is 28 ft. long by 7 ft., 4 in. wide by 4 ft. high. When filled, the tank assumes a pillow-like shape
approximately 27 ft. long by 5 ft., 2 in. wide by 4 ft., 6 in. high. The 5,000-gallon tank is 39 ft. long and 7
ft., 4 in. wide by 4 ft., 4 in. high. When filled, the tank is 38 ft. long by 5 ft., 2 in. wide by 4 ft., 6 in. high.
Handles are provided to facilitate positioning of the tank while empty. When not in use, the tank may be
folded or rolled and stored in the shipping container.
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