Operate and Maintain the Tank and Pump Unit (TPU)

TM 5-4930-227-14

Pictures courtesy of SFC Kukowski

The Tank and Pump Unit has two fuel pods with a capacity of 600 gallons each.  These pods may hold either fuel or water.  The pump unit is capable of pumping 50 gallons per minute.  The tank and pump unit are capable of using tow discharge hoses at one time. 

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Team C begins to conduct PMCS

 

One of the keys to successfully beginning operations is to set the truck RPM's to 1000 RPM.