TM 9-2330-267-14&P
1-7. LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS.
a. M149, M149A1, and M149A2 Trailer Chassis.
Key
Component
Description
1
Intervehicular Cable
Connects trailer electrical system to the towing vehicle.
2
Light Assemblies
Consist of blackout, stop and tail, and composite. (Blackout light is
separate stoplight assembly on the M149.) Indicate presence of trailer
to vehicles traveling behind.
3
Suspension
Consists of two nine-piece leaf springs and two shock absorbers
mounted on one axle. Restrains sudden and rapid vertical movement.
4
Handbrake Levers
Activate the handbrakes when the trailer is stopped or parked.
5
Frame Assembly
Composed of two pressed-steel siderails and six pressed-steel
crossmembers. Supports the trailer load.
6
Adjustable Caster
Supports front of trailer when not coupled to towing vehicle.
Assembly
7
Safety Chains
Prevent trailer from breaking away from towing vehicle.
8
Drawbar Ring
Attaches trailer to towing vehicle.
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