The M970 and M970A1 models use a Cummins Onan four-cylinder inline diesel engine with air cooled compression ignition, producing 27.5 hp (20.5 kW). Kits: Vapor Recovery, Recirculation System, Two Refueling Systems - for Underwing and Overwing Servicing Without a fording kit the tanker can enter 24 in (610 mm) of water safely.Ģ4 volt, negative ground, powered by prime mover pump motor, 12 volt, negative ground, 65 amperes gallons (5.7 L 1.2 imp gal)ĭepth depends on prime mover and semitrailer payload (fuel is lighter than water and will float) 10% maximum longitudinal slope wo/leakage:5,000 U.S.20% maximum side slope wo/leakage: 5,000 U.S.The basic tank is a 5,000-US-gallon (19,000 L) baffled tank. The M970 is a part of the " United States Marine Corps Maintenance Center - Albany, Georgia, USA - An Integrated Enterprise Scheduling Case Study" which is working to upgrade the Semitrailer for future use.Īll models of the M970/M970A1, M969/M969A1 and M967/M967A1 share a common basic chassis, motors, etc. The Marine Corps also uses R-9 and R-10 tankers, but they are not capable of off road use. There has been talk of retiring the M970, but a suitable off-road replacement has not been found.
The chassis is of welded steel construction and is equipped with full floating tandem axles and a manually operated landing gear.
The body of the refueler is a 5,000-U.S.-gallon, single compartment, stainless steel tank. A ladder is provided at the front of the semitrailer for access to the top manhole, and a 4-cylinder diesel engine and pump assembly provides self load/unload capability. The M970 can be loaded through the bottom or through the top fill openings. The tanker is designed to be towed by a 5-ton, 6圆 truck tractor or similar vehicle equipped with a fifth wheel. It is equipped with a filter/separator, recirculation system and two refueling systems, one for underwing and one for overwing servicing. The M970 Semi-Trailer Refueler is a 5,000-U.S.-gallon (19,000 L 4,200 imp gal) fuel dispensing tanker designed for under/overwing refueling of aircraft.
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