Section II.
DESCRIPTION AND DATA
1-4. Description
Military M-51, 5-ton dump truck. The spreader is a self-
contained unit capable of spreading material in widths from
four to eight feet by use of 12 inch block off plates. The
spreader can operate in both forward and reverse directions
at speeds up to 5 miles per hour. The components of the
spreader are a receiving hopper, with an operator's
platform; a clutch controlled feed roll with drive mechanism;
and adjustable discharge gate and control mechanism;
rubber tired support and traction wheels; a coupling and
truck hitch; and a removable transport assembly. If you
need a detailed description of any component of the
aggregate spreader ask your supervisor to see TM 5-3895-
330-24.
1-5. Tabulated Data
Overall length ................................................114 in.
Overall height ..................................................47 in.
Overall width....................................................55 in.
Shipping weight ......................................... 2600 Ibs.
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