MIL-T-62497 Truck, Refuse Collection: Compaction Type, One-Person Operation, Automated Side-Loading, 20 Yard, Dual Right And Left Hand Drive, Diesel Engine Driven, 32,000 Pounds Gvw, 4X2, With Tilt Cab, CommercialThis specification covers a diesel engine driven, four-wheel, two wheel-drive, tilt cab, commercial, one-person operation refuse collection truck. The truck shall have dual right and left hand drive and a minimum gross vehicle weight GVW of 32,000 pounds. The minimum compaction volume of the body, excluding the hopper, shall be 20 cubic yards, and shall be side-loading and rear dumping. Vehicles procured under this specification are commercial items which shall be warranted by the manufacturer as specified in procurement documents.

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(d) The color of vehicle identification markings shall be gloss black, color chip

No. 17038, for the Navy; reflective white numerals and letters on a red background for the Air Force; and gloss black, color chip No. 17038, numerals and letters on a reflective white background on vehicle and on front and rear marking plates for all other services.

(e) Rubber seals and hydraulic hoses shall not be painted.

3.1.1.2 Rustproofing. When specified (see 6.2), the vehicle shall be rustproofed in accordance with FED-STD-297. When specified (see 6.2), tropical rustproofing in accordance with FED-STD-297 shall be furnished.

3.1.1.3 Drain plugs. Drain plugs installed in the rear axle shall be of the permanent magnet type.

3.1.1.4 Heavy duty cooling system. A heavy duty cooling system shall be furnished that will maintain engine coolant at a temperature below the boiling point with the vehicle loaded to rated GVW and operated at an altitude of 10,000 feet above sea level or in an ambient air temperature of not less than 125 degrees Fahrenheit (°F).

3.1.1.5 Coolant system and indicators. The coolant system shall include a de-aeration system, a surge tank, or a coolant recovery reservoir of not less than 2-quart capacity. A low coolant level or high temperature coolant temperature alarm buzzer and red indicator warning light shall be provided on the dash instrument panel. On tilt cab models, a radiator servicing access door shall be provided to allow verification of coolant level.

3.1.1.6 Towing devices. Not less than two hooks, loops, pins, or a single center mounted towing eye for towing purposes, shall be furnished on the front of the vehicle.

3.1.1.7 Rear wheel splash and stone throw protection. The rear wheels shall have rubber mud flaps at the rear. Splash and stone throw protection sha1l be in accordance with SAE J682. Rubber mud flaps or fenders shall be provided to the rear of the front wheels and shall extend at least down to the centerline of the front axle.

3.2 General design.

3.2.1 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The vehicle and furnished accessories shall comply with all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards in effect on the date of manufacture.