MIL-T-62097 Truck, Motor Home Shell, For Customization Into Mobile Laboratory, Electronics Van, Work Area, Etc., 14,000 Pounds Gvw, 4X2, Modified CommercialThis specification covers diesel and gasoline engine driven four-wheel, two-rear wheel drive, forward control motor home shells, having a minimum gross vehicle weight GVW of 14,000 pounds, for normal operating conditions. The vehicle has an integral drivers compartment and body for later installation of such special equipment as may be desired. Vehicles procured under this specification are commercial items which are warranted by the manufacturer as specified in procurement documents.

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MIL-T-62097C

3.1.1.12 Silicone brake fluid. When specified (see 6.2), and if available as the manufacturer's standard or optional brake fluid, brake fluid conforming to MIL-B-46176 shall be provided in the hydraulic brake system. A decal or plate shall be placed near the master cylinder stating "CAUTION: USE SILICONE BRAKE FLUID ONLY, MIL-B-46176."

* 3.1.1.13 Brake lights. At least one pair of brake lights shall override the four-way emergency flasher or the two systems shall be independent of each other. Modifications to the manufacturer's standard product to accommodate this requirement shall not compromise conformance to any Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation referenced herein or to any Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard. If additional lights are added to the vehicle, the lights shall be selected from the chassis manufacturer's standard matching hardware.

3.2 General design.

3.2.1 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The vehicle shall comply with all Federal

Motor Vehicle Safety Standards in effect on the date of manufacture.

3.2.2 Air pollution control. The vehicle shall comply with Environmental Protection Agency Regulations governing Control of Air Pollution from New Motor Vehicles and New Motor Vehicle Engines in effect on the date of manufacture. In addition, vehicles destined for California shall comply with State of California regulations governing air pollution control in effect on the date of manufacture.

* 3..2.3 Sound level. The interior sound level shall not exceed 84 db(A), when measured in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation 393.94. The vehicle exterior sound level shall conform to EPA Noise Emission Standards for Transportation Equipment - Medium and Heavy Trucks.

3.2.4 Curb weight. The curb weight shall include the weight of the chassis and cab, with all attachments, accessories, equipment, body; and a full complement of fuel, lubricants, and

coolant.

3.2.5 Gross vehicle weight. Gross vehicle weight (GVW) shall consist of curb weight, operator (weight computed at 175 pounds), and a payload to provide a total GVW of not less than 14,000 pounds.

3.2.6 Weight distribution. The distribution of the GVW for the purpose of establishing suspension, axle and tire capacity shall be determined with the payload uniformly distributed over the payload area. Rated capacities shall be measured at the ground.

3.2.7 Wheelbase. The wheelbase shall be not less than 178 inches, measured between the center lines of the front and rear axles. When specified (see 6.2), wheelbase shall be compatible with the body make and model specified.