Section II. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION - TM-5-1940-277-200014

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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

TM-5-1940-277-20 Boat Bridge Erection Twin Jet Aluminum Hull MODEL USCSBMK1 (1940-01-105-5728) MODEL USCSBMK2 (1940-01-218-9165) Manual

CHAPTER 2

TM 5-1940-277-20

TM 1940-20/2

Section II. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION

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PURPOSE OF BRIDGE ERECTION BOAT. A transportable, hydrojet propelled, aluminum hull boat

designed tomaneuver components of floating bridges. The boat can also be used to propel rafts, support

diving operations, assist in maritime construction projects, serve as a troop and cargo carrier, and patrol

inland waters.

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CAPABILITIES AND FEATURES.

a. Can rotate on its own axis at low engine speeds.

b. All weather operational.

c. Transportable by rail, road, and air. (See Technical Bulletin TB 55-46-1.)

d. Positive flotation.

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