Mil STD 209 Lifting, Tiedown Provisions

INCH-POUND
MIL-STD-209K
22 February 2005
SUPERSEDING
MIL-STD-209J
28 January 1998
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
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INTERFACE STANDARD FOR

LIFTING AND TIEDOWN PROVISIONS
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FOREWORD
1. This interface standard is approved for use by all Departments and Agencies of the
Department of Defense.
2. This standard covers the design and testing of lifting, tiedown, and cargo tiedown
provisions. The requirements in this standard are military-unique interface requirements
developed specifically for ensuring that the lifting and tiedown provisions on military
equipment meet the physical, functional and operational environment attributes for
transportation assets of the Defense Transportation System (DTS). These requirements
are necessary to permit the interoperability between transported military equipment and
the transportation system available for military movements. Changes incorporated in this
revision include the addition of a new type of provision to the standard, supplemental air
transport tiedown provisions. This revision also redefines the definitions for the types of
equipment that require provisions, and combines cargo bed tiedowns and flatbed/flatrack
tiedowns into one type of provision that is simply called “cargo tiedown” provisions.
Additionally, this revision of the standard has been reformatted so that it is easier to find
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the specific requirements for each type of provision covered under this standard.
3. The following service points of contact can provide assistance with questions
concerning this military standard:
U.S. Army - SDDCTEA (for questions concerning intepretating this standard, and on
highway, rail, and marine transport), dpemail@tea.army.mil, (757) 599-1109.
U.S. Air Force - ASC/ENFC (ATTLA) (for questions concerning transport on Air Force
fixed wing aircraft), ATTLA@wpafb.af.mil, (937) 255-2330.
U.S. Navy/Marine Corps (for questions concerning transport on Navy/Marine Corps

aircraft), (301) 342-9392 (internal transport), (732) 323-2578 (external transport).
U.S. Army - Natick (for questions concerning Helicopter Sling Load (HSL) and internal
transport on U.S. Army helicopters), (508) 233-5289.
4. Comments, suggestions, or questions on this document should be addressed to

Director, Surface Deployment and Distribution Command Transportation Engineering
Agency (SDDCTEA), ATTN: SDTE-DPE, 720 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Suite 130, Newport
News, VA 23606-4537 or emailed to DPEmail@tea.army.mil. Since contact information
can change, you may want to verify the currency of this address information using the
ASSIST Online database at http://assist.daps.dla.mil.
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Table of Contents
1. SCOPE ....................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Coverage. ................................................................................................................. 1
1.1.1 Excluded equipment. ............................................................................................. 1
1.1.2 Military equipment for helicopter sling loading....................................................... 1
1.1.3 Military equipment for airdrop. ............................................................................... 1
1.2 Application. ............................................................................................................... 1
1.3 Equipment types. ..................................................................................................... 2
2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS ..................................................................................... 2

2.1 Specifications and standards. .................................................................................. 2
2.2 Other Government documents, drawings, and publications. .................................... 3
2.3 Order of precedence. ............................................................................................... 3
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3. DEFINITIONS ............................................................................................................ 3
3.1 Cargo tiedown provision. .......................................................................................... 3
3.2 Container spreader bar. ............................................................................................ 3
3.3 Design limit load. ...................................................................................................... 3
3.4 Equipment. ............................................................................................................... 4
3.5 Equipment tiedown provision. .................................................................................. 4
3.6 Gross weight (GW). .................................................................................................. 4
3.7 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). .................................................................... 4
3.8 Helicopter flight testing. ............................................................................................ 4
3.9 Helicopter sling loading (HSL). ................................................................................. 4
3.10 Helicopter sling load weight (HSLWT). ................................................................... 4
3.11 Largo cargo tiedown provision. .............................................................................. 4
3.12 Lifting provision. ..................................................................................................... 4
3.13 Multipurpose provision. .......................................................................................... 5
3.14 Permanent deformation. ......................................................................................... 5
3.15 Plane of the provisions. .......................................................................................... 5
3.16 Static lift test. .......................................................................................................... 5
3.17 Static load. .............................................................................................................. 5
3.18 Supplemental air transport tiedown provision. ....................................................... 5
3.19 Ultimate load. ......................................................................................................... 5
3.20 Yield load. ............................................................................................................... 5
4. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................... 5

4.1 Restraint of Item. ...................................................................................................... 5
4.2 Surface of provisions. ............................................................................................... 6
4.3 Shackles. .................................................................................................................. 6
4.4 Hub and axle attachments........................................................................................ 6
4.5 Removable provisions. ............................................................................................. 6
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4.6 Freezing and jamming. ............................................................................................. 6

4.7 Stowable lifting provisions. ....................................................................................... 6
4.8 Spreader bars. .......................................................................................................... 7
4.9 Deviations. ............................................................................................................... 7
4.10 Strength of Provisions. ........................................................................................... 7
4.11 Provision dimensions.............................................................................................. 7
4.12 Supplemental air transport tiedown provisions. ...................................................... 7
4.13 Testing. ................................................................................................................... 8
4.14 Transport on Navy/Marine Corps aircraft................................................................ 8
4.15 Option for Type II equipment. ................................................................................. 8
4.16. Large cargo tiedown provisions. ............................................................................ 8
5. DETAILED REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................... 9
5.1 Lifting provisions....................................................................................................... 9

5.1.1 Number. ................................................................................................................. 9
5.1.2 Location. ................................................................................................................ 9
5.1.3 Strength. .............................................................................................................. 10
5.1.3.1 For equipment with a helicopter/tiltrotor sling load requirement and a crane lift
requirement. ............................................................................................................. 10
5.1.3.2 For equipment with only a crane lift requirement. ............................................ 11
5.1.4 Provision Dimensions. ......................................................................................... 12
5.1.5 Testing. ................................................................................................................ 12
5.2 Equipment tiedown provisions................................................................................ 13

5.2.1 Number. ............................................................................................................... 13
5.2.2 Location. .............................................................................................................. 13
5.2.3 Strength. .............................................................................................................. 14
5.2.3.1 Option for equipment weighing 50,000 pounds or more. ................................ 15
5.2.3.2 Strength of helicopter equipment tiedown provisions. ..................................... 15
5.2.5 Testing. ................................................................................................................ 16
5.3 Multipurpose provisions......................................................................................... 16
5.4 Cargo tiedown provisions. ...................................................................................... 16

5.4.1 Number. ............................................................................................................... 16
5.4.2 Location. .............................................................................................................. 16
5.4.3 Strength. .............................................................................................................. 17
5.4.3.1 Ultimate design load. ........................................................................................ 17
5.4.3.1 Transport on Navy/Marine Corps aircraft.......................................................... 17
5.4.5 Testing. ................................................................................................................ 17
5.4.6 Directional capabilities. ........................................................................................ 18
5.4.7. Unique cargo tiedown provisions. ...................................................................... 19
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5.5 Large Cargo Tiedown Provisions. ........................................................................ 19

5.5.1 Number. ............................................................................................................... 19
5.5.2 Location. ............................................................................................................. 19
5.5.3 Strength. ............................................................................................................. 19
5.5.3.1 Ultimate design load. ........................................................................................ 20
5.5.3.2 Transport on Navy/Marine Corps aircraft.......................................................... 20
5.5.4 Provision dimensions. ........................................................................................ 20
5.5.5 Testing. ................................................................................................................ 20
5.6 Supplemental air transport tiedown provisions. ..................................................... 21

5.6.1 Number. ............................................................................................................... 21
5.6.2 Location. .............................................................................................................. 21
5.6.3 Strength. .............................................................................................................. 21
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5.6.5 Qualification. ....................................................................................................... 23
5.6.6 Directional capabilities. ........................................................................................ 24
5.7 Marking. ................................................................................................................. 24

5.7.1 Shipping data plate. ............................................................................................ 24
5.7.2 Identification. ....................................................................................................... 24
6. NOTES .................................................................................................................... 25
6.1 Intended use. ......................................................................................................... 25
6.2 Issue of DODISS. ................................................................................................... 25
6.3 Associated Data Item Descriptions (DIDs). ............................................................ 25
6.4 Tiedown system. .................................................................................................... 25
6.5 Subject term (keyword) listing: ............................................................................... 25
6.6 International interest. .............................................................................................. 26
6.7 Changes from previous issue. ................................................................................ 26
6.8 Tailoring. ................................................................................................................. 26
6.9 Computer aided engineering (CAE) structural analysis. ......................................... 26
6.10 Checklist for Program Managers and Contractors. .............................................. 27
Figures
Figure 1. Approximate Location of the Six Different Types of Provisions. .................... 29
Figure 2. Example of a Nonremovable, Dual-Purpose Provision. ................................ 29
Figure 3. Lifting, Equipment Tiedown, Multipurpose, and Large Cargo Tiedown
Provision Openings and Clearance Dimensions. .......................................... 30
Figure 4. Range of Sling Leg Orientations. .................................................................. 31
Figure 5. Location of Lifting Provisions. ....................................................................... 31
Figure 6. Apex Height ................................................................................................... 32
Figure 7. Working Angles for Equipment Tiedown Provisions ...................................... 32
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Figure 8. Example of an Equipment Tiedown Provision with Two Openings. ............... 33

Figure 9. Example of resulting cross-section that must be inscribed in a 2 inch diameter
circle ........................................................................................................................ 33
Figure 10. Required Dimensions of Cargo Tiedown Provisions. .................................. 34
Figure 11. Directional Capabilities of Cargo Tiedown Provisions. ................................ 34
Figure 12. Center cargo tiedown provisions for cargo areas 40 feet or longer. ............ 35
Figure 13. Range of restraint capabilities of supplemental air transport tiedown provi-
sions. ....................................................................................................................... 35
Figure 14. Resultant direction of pull for testing supplemental air transport tiedown
provisions. ................................................................................................................ 36
Figure 15. Sample Dataplate with Required Information. ............................................. 37
Tables
Table I - Load Requirements for Equipment Tiedown Provisions (transport by highway,
rail, marine, USAF fixed-wing aircraft, and internally by CH-47 helicopter) and Large
Cargo Tiedown Provisions. ...................................................................................... 14
Table II - Load Requirements for Cargo Tiedown Provisions. ....................................... 18
Table III. Number of Supplemental Air Transport Tiedown Provisions
Required Per Side .................................................................................................. 22
Appendices
APPENDIX A
Helicopter Sling Load Materiel Lift Point Load Factor ................................................ A-1
APPENDIX B
Sample Problem for Determining the Required Test Sling Lengths and Strength of the
Lifting Provisions .................................................................................................... B-1
APPENDIX C
Sample problem for Determining the Required Strength of the Tiedown Provisions .. C-1
APPENDIX D
Transport by Navy/Marine Corps Aircraft .................................................................... D-1
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1. SCOPE
1.1 Coverage.
This standard establishes dimensional limits, design considerations, positioning
requirements, and strength requirements for lifting (to include helicopter sling load
(HSL)) and tiedown provisions for lifting or tying down tanks and other tracked vehicles,
tactical wheeled vehicles, helicopters, and other military equipment shipped assembled
or disassembled in unboxed or uncrated condition, and for restraining cargo or
accessories to such equipment. The lifting and tiedown requirements in this standard
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are necessary to permit compatibility between military equipment and the transportation
systems used for deployments.
1.1.1 Excluded equipment.

This standard excludes internal cargo tiedown provisions on helicopters and fixed-
wing aircraft, and cargo equipment and containers/flatracks built to International
Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards and meeting the requirements for
Conventions for Safe Containers (CSC) certification. However, ISO corner castings are
not acceptable as a substitute for lifting and tiedown provisions on equipment not
having CSC certification.
1.1.2 Military equipment for helicopter sling loading.

Although the design of lifting provisions is covered in this standard, items of
equipment requiring helicopter sling loading certification must also meet the static lift
and helicopter flight-test requirements of MIL-STD-913.
1.1.3 Military equipment for airdrop.

Even though airdrop design criteria for military equipment are specified in MIL-
STD-814, equipment must also be transported by surface modes. Therefore, lifting and
tiedown provisions for airdrop-designed equipment should meet both the requirements
of this standard and MIL-STD-814.
1.2 Application.
This standard applies to the following:
a. All new commercial, modified commercial, nondevelopmental, developmental,

and re-procurements weighing more than 500 pounds, and any removed components
from such equipment weighing more than 500 pounds, as noted above in paragraph
1.1.
b. Modified equipment, when the modifications result in changes to lifting or

tiedown requirements (for example, provision relocation, item weight increase, shift in
center of gravity, or the addition of something to the equipment that interferes with lifting
or tiedown), or when the modified equipment was not previously equipped with lifting
and tiedown provisions that meet the requirements of this standard.
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1.3 Equipment types.

Equipment is classified as follows:
Type I. All equipment issued to Table of Organization and Equipment (TOE)

units (for example, combat, tactical and tactical support vehicles, armored carriers, self-
propelled artillery, tanks, recovery vehicles, semi-trailers, trailers, trucks, construction
equipment, and helicopters).
Type II. Equipment can be classified as Type II equipment only if the

specification explicitly states that the equipment qualifies as Type II equipment for the
purpose of meeting this standard. If a statement to this effect is not contained in the
specification, then the equipment is Type I equipment. In general, Type II equipment
will be equipment that is not TOE equipment (for example, unmodified materials
handling equipment and commercial construction equipment, and items that are
shipped unboxed or uncrated and lifted separately as individual units).
2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
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2.1 Specifications and standards.

The following specifications and standards form a part of this document to the
extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of these documents are
those listed in the issue of the Department of Defense Index of Specifications and
Standards (DODISS) and supplement thereto cited in the solicitation (see paragraph
6.2).
SPECIFICATIONS
FEDERAL
A-A-50271 Plate, Identification
RR-C-271 Chains and Attachments, Welded and Weldless
STANDARDS
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
MIL-STD-913 Requirements for the Certification of Sling
Loaded Military Equipment for External
Transportation by Department of Defense
Helicopters.
MIL-STD-814 Requirements for Tiedown, Suspension and

Extraction Provisions on Military Material for Airdrop
MIL-STD-1366 Interface Standard for Transportability Criteria
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(Unless otherwise indicated, copies of above specifications and standards are

available from the Documentation Automation and Production Service, Building 4/D,
700 Robbins Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094, phone number (215) 697-6257, or
http://assist.daps.dla.mil/online/start.)
2.2 Other Government documents, drawings, and publications.

The following documents form a part of this document to the extent specified
herein. Unless otherwise indicated, the issues of these documents are those current on
the date of the solicitation.
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Code of Federal Regulations Title 49 - Transportation
(CFR Title 49 can be obtained from the Superintendent of Documents, US

Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, (202) 512-1800, or http://
bookstore.gpo.gov.)
2.3 Order of precedence.

In the event of a conflict between the text of this document and the references cited
herein, the text with the most restrictive requirement will take precedence. Additionally,
illustrations do not supercede requirements that are otherwise specified in this standard
or in the equipment specification.
3. DEFINITIONS
3.1 Cargo tiedown provision.

A padeye, fixture, or attachment integral to the cargo areas of trucks and trailers,
flatbed trailers, or flatracks (used as a demountable truck or trailer bed) for securing
cargo or accessories (see Figure 1).
3.2 Container spreader bar.

Material handling equipment specifically designed for lifting standard American
National Standards Institute/International Organization for Standardization (ANSI/ISO)
containers.
3.3 Design limit load.

The applied force, or maximum probable force, that a provision, including its
connecting structural members, will be subjected to in its most severe transport
environment. For lifting, the design limit load is the static load times the load factor
(LF). For equipment tiedown, the design limit load is 4.0 times the gross weight in the
longitudinal direction, 2.0 times the gross weight in the vertical direction, and 1.5 times
the gross weight in the lateral direction.
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3.4 Equipment.
The item that requires provisions.
3.5 Equipment tiedown provision.

An integral part of an item, commonly called a tiedown eye, fixture, or attachment.
A tiedown provision provides a means of attaching a tiedown lashing to the equipment
for restraint purposes during shipment (see Figure 1).
3.6 Gross weight (GW).

The weight of the basic equipment plus the weight of any associated support items
of equipment and cargo attached to, contained within, or projected as payload for the
equipment (for example, shelters). The weight of ammunition, fuel, water, and
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lubricants necessary to render a system combat ready are considered as payload and
included in the gross weight. The GW equals the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
or the maximum projected weight of the equipment, whichever is greater.
3.7 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).

The unloaded vehicle weight, including all fluids, and its maximum payload (to
include the weight of the crew), where the payload weight is based upon the
manufacturer’s rating of the vehicle’s structural capability.
3.8 Helicopter flight testing.

A test consisting of flying the item(s), in its Helicopter Sling Loading (HSL) rigging
configuration, using military rotary wing aircraft. This test is used to verify stability
during flight as well as to indicate that the item can withstand the dynamic forces
induced by flight.
3.9 Helicopter sling loading (HSL).

A mode of transportation by which an item(s) is suspended beneath a rotary wing
aircraft (including tilt-rotor aircraft) for the purpose of transporting the item(s).
3.10 Helicopter sling load weight (HSLWT).

The specified weight of the item to be transported by helicopter sling loading.
HSLWT is used to calculate the HSLWT to Maximum Projected Frontal Area (MPFA)
ratio and the corresponding materiel lift point load factor (see Appendix A).
3.11 Largo cargo tiedown provision.

A padeye, fixture, or attachment integral to a cargo area on a vehicle used for
securing large, heavy items (see Figure 1).
3.12 Lifting provision.

An integral part of the equipment, commonly called a padeye, lug, eye, ring, or
attachment. A lifting provision provides a means of attaching a sling to the equipment
for safe lifting (see Figure 1).
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3.13 Multipurpose provision.

A single provision that meets the requirements of this standard for both lifting and
equipment tiedown (see Figure 1).
3.14 Permanent deformation.

Any visible permanent change in the original dimensions or shape of the provision
or connecting structure resulting from an applied force.
3.15 Plane of the provisions.

A geometric plane connecting the centers of all lifting provisions of an item of
equipment. The “plane of the provisions” will only be a horizontal plane if the height of
the front and rear provisions is the same (see appendix B for a pictorial of the “plane of
the provisions”).
3.16 Static lift test.

A test consisting of rigging and statically lifting the item to verify the rigging
configuration and identify clearance problems.
3.17 Static load.

The anticipated maximum resultant force imposed on the provision when an item,
at GW, is suspended in a specified lifting configuration without movement.
3.18 Supplemental air transport tiedown provision.

A padeye, fixture, or attachment used in addition to the equipment tiedown
provisions for securing equipment on fixed-wing aircraft (see Figure 1).
3.19 Ultimate load.

The force (not less than the design limit load times 1.5) that a provision, including
its connecting structural members, can sustain without breaking, rupturing, or otherwise
becoming unusable.
3.20 Yield load.

The force at which a provision, including its connecting structural members, exhibits
permanent deformation after the force is removed. The yield load must be greater than
the design limit load.
4. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
4.1 Restraint of Item.

The tiedown provisions shall provide the entire restraint of the item without any
other restraint such as blocking, vehicle brakes, or other added material.
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4.2 Surface of provisions.

The material edges shall be rounded (minimum of 1/8" radius to round cross-
section) or chamfered (minimum of 1/16" x 1/16"), and smoothed to prevent cutting or
damage to the lifting or tiedown chains.
4.3 Shackles.
Shackles shall not be used as lifting, equipment tiedown or multipurpose provisions
unless they meet the requirements of an alloy, safety (bolt-pin) anchor shackle in RR-C-
271D, and the nut is secured by tack welding. If the Working Load Limit (WLL) of the
shackle is higher than what is required by RR-C-271D, then the shackle may be labeled
with the higher WLL. The resulting provision shall meet all requirements of this
standard.
4.4 Hub and axle attachments.

Wheel hubs and axles shall not be used as lifting or equipment tiedown provisions.
4.5 Removable provisions.

Provisions that can be removed are prohibited. A tiedown or lifting provision that
doubles as another device, such as a towing provision, shall not be used if the
secondary function requires removal of the provision. Figure 2 shows an example of an
acceptable dual purpose provision that does not require removal of the provision. For
cargo tiedown provisions that have bolts and nuts as their primary components, the nuts
must be welded onto the bolts to prevent them from being disassembled by hand, with
simple tools, or from vibrating loose during their life cycle.
4.6 Freezing and jamming.

All lifting, tiedown, and cargo tiedown provisions shall be designed to prevent the
movable parts from freezing in place during cold weather or from jamming because of
accumulations of mud, paint, rust and/or infrequent use. If drain holes are used in the
provisions, they shall meet the requirements of CFR Title 49 for ammunition shipments.
4.7 Stowable lifting provisions.

"Hideaway" provisions, which are nonremovable parts of the equipment and can be
stowed out of the way, are acceptable where other types of lifting eyes would interfere
with loading and unloading of cargo, or to prevent sling interference during lifting.
Stowed provisions shall meet all provision design requirements in this standard. If
stowed provisions are covered, the cover shall be removed and provision unstowed
without tools. Allowances must be made to stow the cover when the provisions are in
use. The contractor shall provide instructions for the servicing of the retracting
mechanism for stowable provisions. If a provision loses some of it’s strength capacity in
its stowed position, it shall be made inaccessible so that it cannot be misused. If tools
or locking pins are used to employ the stowed provisions, a suitable means must be
provided to prevent the loss of these tools or pins.
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4.8 Spreader bars.

The use of spreader bars to meet the requirements of this standard is not allowed
unless approved by SDDCTEA or the appropriate service transportability agent.
Stowage location(s) shall be provided to ensure the spreader bars stay with the item
and they shall be basic issue item (BII) equipment. Designers should consider using
cable guides or reinforcement of sling contact points on equipment as an alternative to
requiring spreader bars. Cable guide openings for accepting slings shall meet the
appropriate "Dmin" dimension in Figure 3. If required, spreader bars or cable guides
shall be used during provision testing.
4.9 Deviations.
Request for modifications/special considerations from any requirements in this
standard shall be identified and submitted to SDDCTEA or the appropriate service
transportability agent. Requests shall be submitted as soon as the need is identified to
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support early resolution. If not previously approved, a request shall be included in the
data package submitted to materiel developers for source selection and evaluation.
Approval by SDDCTEA or the service transportability agent for a deviation from the
requirements in this standard is required prior to contract award.
4.10 Strength of Provisions.

The load factors (LFs) in section 5 have been established to account for the
dynamic loads encountered during highway, rail, marine, and USAF fixed wing air
transport. Provisions meeting these strength requirements will be compatible with
current transportation systems and techniques used for military deployments. LFs have
been adopted for reasons of simplicity, convenience, economy in testing, and
repeatability of test procedures and results. However, since statically applying the LFs
cannot precisely reproduce the effects of many of the actual dynamic loads found in
operations, factors such as characteristics of load application, load repetition, load
reversal, and equipment life shall be considered in the design process. The LFs are a
minimum requirement for meeting this standard and do not preclude the designer from
making the provisions with a higher strength than required. The designer should make
allowances for the physical and chemical properties of the material (for example,
fatigue, corrosion and galvanic action because of dissimilar metals, and harsh
environments) and for normal wear and tear during the expected life of the equipment.
4.11 Provision dimensions.

To ensure compatibility and interoperability between lifting and tiedown provisions
on military equipment and the transportation systems used for deployments, provision
openings must meet certain dimensional requirements. The provision openings must
be within a range of dimensions to allow for commonly available hooks and tiedown
devices to interface with the provisions. For the required dimensions, see Figure 3.
4.12 Supplemental air transport tiedown provisions.

Efficient use of airlift dictates that equipment be designed for tiedown in the least
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floor space possible and that tiedown provisions are compatible with aircraft restraint
systems. To accomplish this, equipment weighing over 10,000 pounds that requires
transport on USAF cargo aircraft shall be equipped with supplemental air transport
tiedown provisions. The requirement for supplemental air transport provisions is in
addition to meeting the requirements for equipment tiedown provisions used for other
modes of transport. See paragraph 5.6 for the detailed requirements of supplemental
air transport tiedown provisions.
4.13 Testing.
A baseline Non-Destructive Test (NDT) of the welds on the provisions and the
connecting structure around the provisions shall be performed prior to applying paint to
the equipment, and prior to any provision testing. All provisions shall be tested attached
to the equipment. Testing may be accomplished using a frame assembly, provided all
load-bearing structures (structural components in tension and compression) are
included in the frame assembly. For test purposes, only wire rope, wire rope with a
thimble, a shackle, or a chain attached to the provision shall be used. The loads
applied during testing shall not be less than the design limit load requirement. When
field experience shows that the provisions are being deformed during transport, analysis
and retesting of the provisions shall be performed to determine the weakness of the
provisions. If the equipment can be transported in two orientations, then the provisions
must meet the requirements of this standard and tested in both orientations.
4.14 Transport on Navy/Marine Corps aircraft.

Internal transport on Navy/Marine Corps aircraft require restraint above that
required for other modes of transport. See appendix D for further guidance in designing
for restraint aboard these transportation assets.
4.15 Option for Type II equipment.

If Type II equipment is allowed by the equipment specification to not have lifting,
equipment tiedown, or multipurpose provisions, the contractor shall specify, to the
materiel developer, points on the equipment to be used for lifting and tiedown. The
selected points shall meet the requirements in sections 4 and 5 of this standard and
shall require the approval of SDDCTEA or the appropriate service transportability agent.
If holes are used as tiedown provisions, they shall be formed in the main structural
members and shall meet all of the requirements of Figure 3. The location of points
used for lifting and tiedown shall be shown on the data plate as required in paragraphs
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5.7.1 and 5.7.2.
4.16. Large cargo tiedown provisions.

Equipment with a payload capability greater than 5,000 pounds shall be equipped
with large cargo tiedown provisions. A “large cargo tiedown provision” can be used as a
substitute for a “cargo tiedown provision” if the large cargo tiedown provision can meet
the requirements of both types of provisions (see paragraphs 5.4 and 5.5).
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5. DETAILED REQUIREMENTS
5.1 Lifting provisions.
5.1.1 Number.
Equipment shall have four lifting provisions to ensure interoperability between
transported military equipment and lifting devices commonly used in the transportation
environment. Lifting sling sets and ISO container spreader bars available at ports are
typically equipped with four locations for lifting. If equipment is sectionalized for
shipping, this requirement applies to each section and to the equipment when
assembled. For type II equipment, the equipment shall have four selected points that
can be used for lifting by attaching hooks or shackles.
5.1.2 Location.
Lifting provisions shall be located such that:
a. The equipment can be lifted using an equal length single apex sling assembly,
as defined in this paragraph, without incurring damage to the equipment or the slings.
The minimum length of sling leg used for lifting with an equal length single apex sling
assembly is determined by setting each sling angle to 45° (referenced from the plane of
the provisions). The point in space where the four equal length slings intersect
determines the minimum length of the single apex sling assembly. If the length
determined by this method is less than 12 feet, the sling length shall be set to 12 feet.
This is done because the sling sets typically available for lifting are 12 feet long, or
longer. The minimum sling length shall be used for testing (see 5.1.5). Appendix B
gives an example of how to determine the minimum sling length and the required loads
for testing.
b. Not less than 1 inch of clearance should be maintained between the

equipment and the sling cables, chains, or the rope portion of helicopter slings. The 1-
inch clearance requirement applies when the equipment is lifted with the minimum
equal length sling legs (see 5.1.2.a), with sling angles ranging from a 45° single apex
sling assembly (this angle will be more than 45° if the spacing of the provisions dictates
the use of 12 foot slings (see 5.1.2.a), and if the weight of the equipment is 67,200
pounds or less, to those same sling legs attached to a 20-foot ISO container spreader
bar (Figure 4)). When a sling leg must contact a part of the equipment, testing or
computer aided engineering structural analysis must demonstrate that the affected
part(s) has sufficient strength to withstand the force exerted by the sling leg to prevent
permanent deformation of any part of the equipment, and that contact will not adversely
affect the material of the sling device.
c. Provisions do not interfere with the functioning of the equipment.
d. Maximum accessibility to the provision is maintained.
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e. Orientation of the provision shall be such that an attaching device (hook or

shackle), of the proper capacity, does not contact any part of the item being lifted except
the provision. This ensures interoperability between the equipment and the
transportation systems.
f. Height of provisions shall be between 2 and 6 feet, measured from the ground
when the equipment is resting on a level surface, unless an integral means for reaching
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the provisions is provided.
g. Dynamic stability is required during crane lifting and helicopter sling loading.
When possible, lifting provisions should be located above the vertical center of gravity
(CG). If this is not possible, lifting provisions shall be located so that a line connecting
adjacent lifting provisions is located outside a 120° cone having its apex at the CG and
its axis of rotation about the vertical axis (Figure 5).
h. When lifting with equal length slings, it is preferable that the resulting angle of
lift be as close to level as possible. In most lifting situations, altering sling length to
achieve a level lift is NOT an option, so the equipment shall be capable of being lifted at
the resulting angle when using equal length slings.
i. When suspended, the overall height of the equipment and attached minimum
length single apex sling assembly shall not exceed a height of 24 feet above the lowest
extremity of the equipment (Figure 6).
5.1.3 Strength.
Equipment with a HSL requirement shall meet the strength requirements of
paragraph 5.1.3.1. All other equipment shall meet the strength requirements of
paragraph 5.1.3.2.
5.1.3.1 For equipment with a helicopter/tiltrotor sling load requirement and a crane
lift requirement.
Each lifting provision, including the connecting structure, shall meet the following
requirements:
a. A crane lift design limit load of not less than 2.3 times the static load. The static
load is determined by static lift test or by mathematical analysis, using the item’s GW
and the minimum sling length for an equal length single apex sling assembly (as
defined by paragraph 5.1.2.a). A sample problem showing how to determine the
required strength of the lifting provisions and sling lengths is in appendix B. The
provision and connecting structural members must withstand the design limit load when
the equipment is lifted by slings ranging from the minimum length for an equal length
single apex sling assembly, and if the equipment weighs 67,200 pounds or less, to
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these same slings attached to a 20-foot ISO container spreader bar. If there is sling
interference with the equipment, the contact points on the equipment must have
sufficient strength to withstand the compressive loads caused by sling contact at the
design limit load.
b. An HSL design limit load of not less than the lift point LF, calculated from
appendix A procedures, times the static load. The static load is determined by a static
lift test(s) or by mathematical analysis, based on the item’s GW and a specified rigging
configuration provided by the U.S. Army Soldier Systems Center . If the GW of the item
of equipment exceeds the helicopter's lift capability, but can be reduced in weight to fall
within the helicopter's lift capability, the GW used to determine the static load and
design limit load will be based on the helicopter's maximum lift capability. If there is
sling interference with the equipment, the contact points on the equipment must have
sufficient strength to withstand the compressive loads caused by sling contact at the
design limit load.
c. An ultimate load of not less than 1.5 times the crane lift and HSL design limit
loads.
d. The lifting provisions shall be tested for validation in accordance with

paragraph 5.1.5 of this standard.
e. Equipment with a HSL requirement shall also meet the requirements of MIL-
STD-913.
f. Items requiring sling load at speeds exceeding 130 knots require higher
strength lifting provisions. The V-22 is the first aircraft capable of these higher speeds.
Testing is onging, but preliminary analysis has indicated that the provision strength
required may be four times the static load. Lifting provisions on equipment that is being
designed for HSL by the V-22 must be designed with these higher strength
requirements in mind. Contact the Navy/Marine Corps point of contact listed in the
forward of this standard for additional information.
5.1.3.2 For equipment with only a crane lift requirement.

Each lifting provision, including the connecting structure, shall meet the following
requirements:
a. A design limit load of not less than 2.3 times the static load. The static load is
determined by static lift test or by mathematical analysis, using the item’s GW and the
minimum sling length for an equal length single apex sling assembly (as defined by
paragraph 5.1.2.a) A sample problem showing how to determine the required strength
of the lifting provisions and sling lengths is in appendix B. The provision and connecting
structural members must withstand the design limit load when the item of equipment is
lifted by slings ranging from the minimum length for an equal length single apex sling
assembly, and if the equipment weighs 67,200 pounds or less, to these same slings
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attached to a 20-foot ISO container spreader bar. If there is sling interference with the
equipment, the contact points on the equipment must have sufficient strength to
withstand the compressive loads caused by sling contact at the design limit load.
b. An ultimate load of not less than 1.5 times the design limit load.
c. The lifting provisions shall be tested for validation in accordance

with paragraph 5.1.5 of this standard.
5.1.4 Provision Dimensions.

Lifting provisions shall conform to the dimensions specified in Figure 3.
5.1.5 Testing.
Testing shall meet the following requirements:
a. A static pull to the required design limit load shall be conducted on all
provisions; however, all provisions do not have to be tested at the same time.
b. The angles and loads for the static pull shall be those loads and angles as
determined by the methods specified in paragraphs 5.1.3.1.a, 5.1.3.1.b and 5.1.3.2.a. If
evaluations show that the provisions may fail when lifted by a 20-foot ISO container
spreader bar, an additional test using the container spreader bar, or equivalent, will be
performed.
c. Since testing of the provisions includes testing of the connecting structure

around the provisions, the points used to restrain the equipment during testing shall be
located such that they do not interfere with or reduce the loading on the connecting
structure around the provisions.
d. Loads in the sling legs shall be measured with an appropriate measuring

device, such as a load cell or dynamometer.
e. The load applied to each provision shall not be less than the required design
limit load and shall be applied for not less than 90 seconds. (Note: For helicopter
transport, the required design limit load will be based on the highest LF required in
appendix A.)
f. Failure is defined as any visible permanent deformation, yielding, or bending

of the provision or other structural component. A possible failure indication during the
initial material analysis shall be justification to use more detailed analysis and testing
methods (for example, calibrated measurements, finite element analysis, magnetic
particle inspection, X-ray, fatigue testing, ultimate testing, and so forth). Cracks in welds
will constitute test failure.
g. The contractor shall provide a material analysis showing the ultimate load is
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not less than 1.5 times the required design limit load for the provisions.
5.2 Equipment tiedown provisions.

This section applies to equipment with a requirement to be transported by highway,
rail, marine, USAF fixed-wing aircraft, and CH-47 helicopters. For equipment with a
requirement to be transported on Navy/Marine Corps aircraft, see Appendix D.
5.2.1 Number.
Equipment shall have four equipment tiedown provisions to ensure interoperability
between transported military equipment and tiedown devices commonly used in the
transportation environment. Because of limited tiedown devices on ships and railcars,
military equipment must be capable of being adequately restrained with only four
tiedown provisions. If equipment is sectionalized for shipping, these requirements apply
to each section and to the equipment when assembled. For type II equipment, the
equipment shall have four selected points that can be used for tiedown.
5.2.2 Location.
Equipment tiedown provisions shall be located such that:
a. Not less than 1 inch of clearance should be maintained between the

equipment and the restaint devices (tiedown cables or chains). When a restaint device
must contact a part of the equipment, testing must demonstrate that the affected part(s)
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has sufficient strength to withstand the force exerted to prevent permanent deformation
of any part of the equipment, and that contact will not adversely affect the material of
the tiedown device.
b. Provisions do not interfere with the functioning of the equipment.
c. Maximum accessibility to the provision is maintained.
d. Orientation of the provision shall be such that an attaching device (hook or

chain), of the proper capacity, does not contact any part of the item being tied down
except the provision. This ensures interoperability between the equipment and the
transportation systems.
e. Height of provisions shall be between 2 and 6 feet, measured from the ground
when the equipment is resting on a level surface, unless an integral means for reaching
the provisions is provided.
f. In the elevation view, chains or straps may be placed anywhere from vertically
downward to horizontal and, in the plan view, 90° to either side of the principal direction
of the equipment tiedown provision (Figure 7). The principal direction is parallel to the
longitudinal axis. Equipment tiedown provisions shall be located on structural members
of the chassis of wheeled vehicles or the hull of tracked vehicles. They should also be
located symmetrically about the item of equipment, preferably mounted on the front and
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rear ends of the equipment.
g. Each equipment tiedown provision shall be used for restraint in only one
longitudinal direction, either fore or aft, and only one lateral direction, either left or right.
h. Equipment that is normally attached to other equipment during transport (i.e.

prime movers and trailers) shall have provisions that are located such that they are
usable and meet the requirements of Figure 7 when coupled to another vehicle.
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5.2.3 Strength.
Each equipment tiedown provision, including the connection to the structural frame,
shall withstand its proportionate share of the loadings shown in Table I (see MIL-STD-
1366, Interface Standard for Transportability Criteria for load requirements applicable for
internal transport on helicopters smaller than the CH-47). Since the design limit load in
the fore and aft direction is the largest, the principal direction of restraint for equipment
tiedown provisions shall be in this direction. These loads shall be applied statically and
independently. The directional load (design limit load in each direction) shall be
distributed among the equipment tiedown provisions that would effectively resist motion
along that axis. Distribution of the load among the equipment tiedown provisions shall
Table I - Load Requirements for Equipment Tiedown Provisions (transport by

highway, rail, marine, USAF fixed-wing aircraft, and internally by CH-47 helicopter) and
Large Cargo Tiedown Provisions.
Design Limit Load Direction of Load

4.0 times Gross
Fore and Aft (Longitudinal axis of equipment)
Weight 1, 2, 3, 4
2.0 times Gross
Downward (Vertical axis of equipment)
Weight 2
1.5 times Gross
Left and Right (Lateral axis of equipment)
Weight
1. The design limit load in the fore and aft direction for equipment tiedown
provisions on helicopters is 3.0 times the gross weight of the helicopter. Helicopters
are not transported by rail and the 4g requirement in the longitudinal direction is
primarily seen in the rail transport mode.
2. If the equipment can be oriented on a railcar or a USAF fixed-wing aircraft in two
directions, then the equipment tiedown provisions must meet the design limit loads
for both orientations.
3. For transport on KC-10 aircraft in front of the barrier net, or with no barrier net,
the design limit load in the forward direction is 9 times the gross weight.
4. For transport on KC-135 aircraft with passengers forward or alongside of the
cargo, the design limit load in the forward direction is 8 times the gross weight.
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be based on using two provisions for restraint in both longitudinal directions (fore and
aft), two provisions for restraint in both lateral directions (left and right), and four
provisions for restraint in the vertical direction. Although some vehicles are normally
transported together (i.e. truck/trailer combinations), each vehicle’s equipment tiedown
provisions shall individually meet the strength requirements of this standard. A sample
problem that shows how to determine the required strength of the equipment tiedown
provisions is in appendix C. No permanent deformation of the provision or other
equipment structural components shall occur as a result of application of the loads to
the equipment tiedowns. The ultimate load that each equipment tiedown provision can
withstand shall not be less than 1.5 times the design limit load.
5.2.3.1 Option for equipment weighing 50,000 pounds or more.

To aid in meeting the strength requirements of 5.2.3, equipment weighing 50,000
pounds or more can have two openings on each equipment tiedown provision that are
at least 3.5 inches in diameter each (dimension Dmin in Figure 3). This is in lieu of
having one large opening for the provision. The resulting provision with two openings
must meet all the other dimensions in Figure 3 for it’s weight category. Figure 8 is an
example of a provision with two openings. Both openings of the provision will be tested
simultaneously.
5.2.3.2 Strength of helicopter equipment tiedown provisions.

Helicopters must be designed to be restrained to 3gs in the forward and aft
longitudinal directions, 1.5gs in the lateral direction, and 2gs in the vertical direction.
When designing equipment tiedown provisions on helicopters, the location options can
be limited by the structure of helicopters. Additionally, because of the desire to load as
many helicopters as possible into C-5 and C-17 aircraft, helicopters may be oriented at
various angles to the longitudinal axis of the fixed wing aircraft. When determining the
required strength of helicopter equipment tiedown provisions, an analysis of the loads
encountered during orientations other than parallel to the longitudinal axis must be
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considered. This will ensure that the equipment tiedown provisions on helicopters can
provide adequate restaint during fixed wing air transport.

Equipment tiedown provisions shall conform to the dimensions specified in Figure
3. See paragraph 5.2.3.1 for the dimensional requirements if two openings are used in
lieu of one for equipment weighing 50,000 pounds or more. For equipment tiedown
provisions, the maximum dimensions of the resulting cross section shall be capable of
being inscribed in a 2-inch diameter circle (see Figure 9). This cross section shall be on
the parts of the provisions that would be contacted by hooks pulling in the directions
described in 5.2.2.f.
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5.2.5 Testing.
a. A static independent pull to the required design limit load shall be conducted
on all tiedown provisions; however, all provisions do not have to be tested at the same
time.
b. Loads applied to each provision shall be measured with an appropriate

measuring device, such as a load cell or dynamometer.

d. Loads applied in the longitudinal, vertical, and lateral directions shall be

applied statically and independently for not less than 6.0 seconds and shall be not less
than the required design limit load in each direction.
e. Failure is defined as any visible permanent deformation, yielding, or bending

f. The contractor shall provide a material analysis showing the ultimate load is
5.3 Multipurpose provisions.

Provisions meeting the requirements of both paragraph 5.1 and 5.2 can serve as
multipurpose provisions.
5.4 Cargo tiedown provisions.
5.4.1 Number.
The total number of cargo tiedown provisions is determined by the size of the cargo
area. Cargo tiedown provisions are located along the front, rear, and sides of the cargo
area.
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5.4.2 Location.
Cargo tiedown provisions may be located along the perimeter of the cargo area so
as not to increase the dimensions of the equipment, or recessed inside the walls or floor
of cargo areas. Recessed cargo provisions shall fold to provide a flush surface when
not in use. The spacing for the provisions shall be approximately 18 inches on center
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along the perimeter of the cargo area. The spacing between provisions may be
adjusted as necessary to avoid interference with vehicle structural members.
Provisions on the side and end walls of the cargo area shall be as close to the floor of
the cargo area as practical. The center of the cargo tiedowns that are nearest to the
corners of the cargo area shall not be more than 6 inches from the corner of the cargo
area. If the cargo area is equipped with ISO corner fittings in addition to cargo tiedown
provisions, the corner cargo tiedowns shall be located as close as possible to these
fittings.
5.4.3 Strength.
All cargo tiedown provisions shall meet the strength requirements of Table II.
5.4.3.1 Ultimate design load.

The ultimate load each cargo tiedown provision can withstand shall not be less
than 1.5 times the design limit load determined in paragraph 5.4.3.
5.4.3.1 Transport on Navy/Marine Corps aircraft.


For cargo areas with a payload capacity less than or equal to 15,000 pounds, the
provisions shall have an opening such that a 1-inch radius semi-circle can be inscribed
in it and the thickness of the provision shall not be greater than three-fourths of an inch.
For cargo areas with a payload capacity greater than 15,000 pounds, the cargo tiedown
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provisions shall have an opening not less than 2 inches in diameter and the thickness of
the provision shall not be greater than 1 inch. Additionally, the cargo tiedown provisions
shall be capable of accepting 2” x .065” steel banding without causing tearing of the
banding. Examples of acceptable cargo tiedown provisions is shown in Figure 10.
5.4.5 Testing.
a. A static pull to the required design limit load shall be conducted on a selected
sample of cargo tiedown provisions. Selection of provisions for testing will be based on
differences in provision design and mounting location.
b. Loads applied to each provision shall be measured with a measuring device,

such as a load cell or dynamometer.
c. The points used to apply the load to the equipment shall be located so they do
not interfere with or reduce the loading on the structural member next to the cargo
tiedown provision.
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Table II - Load Requirements for Cargo Tiedown Provisions.
LB LB LB LB
Load-carrying range > 3,000 to > 10,000 to
0 - 3,000 > 52,900
of equipment <10,000 < 52,900
Load-carrying
capacity (design
2,500 5,000 10,000 15,000
load) of each
tiedown provision
Note: The load-carrying capacity of the cargo tiedown provisions do not have to match the
load-carrying range of the equipment since there will be several provisions to restrain the
load.
d. Loads applied in the vertical, longitudinal, and lateral directions shall be

e. Failure is defined as any visible or measurable permanent deformation,

yielding, or bending to the provision or other structural component. A possible failure
indication during the initial material analysis shall be justification to use more detailed
analysis and testing methods (for example, calibrated measurements, finite element
analysis, magnetic particle inspection, X-ray, fatigue testing, ultimate testing, and so
forth). Cracks in welds will constitute test failure.
g. In addition to the other requirements of this paragraph, another load using

banding shall be applied to the provisions for not less than 6.0 seconds. Selection of
provisions for testing will be based on differences in provision design. The banding load
shall be the design limit load of the cargo tiedown provision. The banding load shall be
applied with 2” x .065” banding in a complete loop. A complete loop is that in which the
the banding is looped through the cargo tiedown provision on the vehicle, through the
cargo being restrained, and then looped back such that the the ends of the banding are
joined together. Tearing of the banding, as a result of the banding load being applied,
will constitute failure.
5.4.6 Directional capabilities.

Cargo tiedown provisions will be designed to optimize the interface between the
cargo area and the cargo tiedown apparatus. Floor or wall mounted cargo tiedown
provisions shall permit the cargo tiedown provision to rotate a minimum of 180° about
its base and be functional at least 75° to either side of the true vertical in any rotational
position (Figure 11). Side and end mounted cargo tiedown provisions shall translate a
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minimum of 90° from the vertical towards the center of the cargo area and be functional
at least 45° to either side of the vertical. For side-mounted provisions, the required
movement will be in the fore and aft directions, and for end-mounted provisions, the
required movement will be towards the left or right side of the equipment (Figure 11).
5.4.7. Unique cargo tiedown provisions.

Special cargo tiedown provisions used to meet unique applications may be
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included in the system specification. The suitability of these provisions must be

established and verified by testing that demonstrates the ability of the provision to
provide adequate restraint for the unique application. At a minimum, this testing will
verify the strength and directional capabilities of these unique provisions. Rail impact
testing in accordance with MIL-STD-810 may be required to ensure that the these
unique cargo tiedown provisions provide adequate restraint during the dynamic loads
encountered in various modes of transport.
5.5 Large Cargo Tiedown Provisions.

Large Cargo tiedown provisions are required on all equipment with cargo areas that
have a maximum payload capability greater than 5,000 pounds.
5.5.1 Number.
The front and rear edges of the cargo area shall be equipped with large cargo
tiedown provisions, either two or four provisions along each edge. For cargo areas 40
feet or longer, additional cargo tiedown provisions are required across the cargo area at
the longitudinal midpoint of the cargo area (see Figure 12). These additional provisions
may be grouped in two rows laterally across the cargo area on either side of the
longitudinal midpoint as long as the center of the provisions are not more than 12
inches from the longitudinal midpoint (see Figure 12). Each row can consist of either
two or four provisions each.
5.5.2 Location.
Large cargo tiedown provisions shall be located on the front, rear, and center (if the
cargo area is 40 feet or longer) of the cargo area. If two provisions are used in each
row, then the provisions shall be equidistant from the centerline of the cargo area. If
four provisions are used in each row, the provisions shall be evenly spaced along the
front, rear, or center of the cargo area.
5.5.3 Strength.
Each large cargo tiedown provision and its supporting structure shall withstand its
proportionate share of the strength requirements shown in Table I. In this case, use the
maximum payload of the cargo area as the “Gross weight” in Table I. For cargo areas
that are 40 feet or longer, it is assumed that the largest single item (other than a
container) carried would only be half of the maximum payload capability of the vehicle.
In this case, use half the maximum payload of the cargo area as the “Gross weight” in
Table I.
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5.5.3.1 Ultimate design load.

The ultimate load each large cargo tiedown provision can withstand shall not be
less than 1.5 times the design limit load determined in paragraph 5.5.3.
5.5.3.2 Transport on Navy/Marine Corps aircraft.

5.5.4 Provision dimensions.

Largo cargo tiedown provisions shall meet the dimensional requirements of Figure
3. If two large cargo tiedown provisions are in each row (front, rear, and center (if
required), then use the maximum payload capability of the cargo area as the “Gross
Weight of the Equipment.” If four large cargo tiedown provisions are in each row, then
use half the maximum payload capability of the cargo area as the “Gross Weight of the
Equipment.”
5.5.5 Testing.
on all tiedown provisions; however, all provisions do not have to be tested at the same
time.


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5.6 Supplemental air transport tiedown provisions.

Supplemental air transport tiedown provisions will be provided on all equipment
weighing over 10,000 pounds or more with an internal air transport requirement. These
provisions allow flexibility in air transport restraint and reduce floor space between
equipment items to maximize aircraft utilization.
5.6.1 Number.
The number of supplemental air transport tiedown provisions is dependent upon
the weight of the item, the strength of the provisions (see 5.6.3), and the directional
capabilities of the provisions (see 5.6.6). The minimum number of air transport tiedown
provisions is given in Table III.
5.6.2 Location.
The provisions shall be located symmetrically about the equipment longitudinal
centerline. Provisions shall be located to provide restraint in both the fore and aft
direction of the equipment. The area of action for each provision is illustrated in Figure
13. Longitudinal spacing between provisions shall be no less than 20 inches for 10,000
pound provisions, and 40 inches for 20,000, 25,000 pound, and 50,000 pound
provisions. If a provision’s location is suitable for use in only one direction, an additional
provision must be provided for use in the opposite direction. Restraint devices should
not contact any other part of the equipment. When a restraint device must contact a
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part of the equipment, testing must demonstrate that the affected part(s) has sufficient
strength to withstand the force exerted to prevent permanent deformation of any part of
the equipment, and that contact will not adversely affect the material of the tiedown
device. Provisions shall be located on the chassis of wheeled vehicles or the hull of
tracked vehicles. Provisions may be no higher than 6 feet on the equipment and no
less than 2 feet.
5.6.3 Strength.
Supplemental air transport tiedown provisions are rated according to their strength
throughout the required area of action. The design load limit for supplemental air
transport tiedown provisions shall be 10,000 or 20,000 pounds for vehicles suitable for
transport by C-130 and larger aircraft. For vehicles transportable only by C-5 and C17
aircraft, the provisions should have a design limit load of 25,000 or 50,000 pounds. All
supplemental air transport tiedown provisions on equipment must have the same design
limit load. Provision strength includes all load bearing structures associated with each
provision. The ultimate load that each equipment tiedown provision can withstand shall
not be less than 1.5 times the design limit load.
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Table III. Number of Supplemental Air Transport Tiedown Provisions

Required Per Side
Number of Supplemental Air Transport Tiedow n

Item Weight Provisions per Side
(lb)
10,000 lb 20,000 lb 25,000 lb 50,000 lb
provisions provisions provisions provisions
10,001 - 15,000 1 or 1 or 1 or 1
15,001 - 25,000 2 or 1 or 1 or 1
25,001 - 30,000 3 or 2 or 1 or 1
30,001 - 35,000 3 or 2 or 2 or 1
35,001 - 45,000 4 or 2 or 2 or 1
45,000 - 62,500 N/A N/A 2 or 2
62,501 - 87,500 N/A N/A 3 or 2
87,501 - 112,500 N/A N/A 4 or 2
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112,501 -
N/A N/A 5 or 2
125,000
125,001 -
N/A N/A 5 or 3
137,500
Note: The number of provisions required must be increased by 50% (rounded up to the
next whole number) if provisions that can swivel or pivot are used.
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The minimum diameter of the opening size shall be as follows:
10,000 pound provisions - 1-5/8 inches

20,000 pound provisions - 2 inches
25,000 pound provisions - 2-1/2 inches
50,000 pound provisions - 3 inches
5.6.5 Qualification.
The supplemental air transport tiedown provisions shall be qualifed through
analysis or testing as follows:
on selected supplemental air transport tiedown provisions. Selection will be based on
difference in provision design and mounting location.

c. The points used to apply the load to the equipment shall be located so they do
not interfere with or reduce the loading on the structural member next to the
supplemental air transport tiedown provisions.
d. The load shall be applied from the provisions in the resultant directions as
permitted by the range of restraint capabilities (see Figure 13). As a minimum, at least
one pull 30° downward from the horizontal axis (in the vertical direction) and 30°
outward from this same axis (in the lateral direction) is required (see Figure 14). As
determined by the physical geometry of the provision, one additional pull 90° vertically
downward and one pull 90° directly outward may be required. If the provisions can
provide restraint in both the fore and aft directions and cannot be qualified by symmetry,
the load described above shall be applied in both directions. The loads shall be applied
for not less than 6.0 seconds and shall be not less than the required design limit load as
defined in paragraph 5.6.3.

to the provision or other structural component. A possible failure indication during the
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5.6.6 Directional capabilities.

Each provision shall provide restraint in the area of action as illustrated in Figure
13. Provisions can be fixed, swiveling, or pivoting on the equipment. Fixed provisions
may be hardpoints that are cutouts, holes or structural features that tiedown devices
may be wrapped around, without damage to the device or the equipment. Only fixed
provisions may be used for longitudinal restraint in the fore and aft directions
simultaneously. Swiveling or pivoting provisions may be used to provide restraint in one
direction only, either fore or aft. When swiveling or pivoting provisions are used, the
number of provisions required in Table III must be increased by 50%, rounded up to the
next whole number.
5.7 Marking.
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5.7.1 Shipping data plate.
A shipping data plate shall be furnished and shall conform to A-A-50271. The
silhouette of the equipment in its transport configuration, which indicates the CG (of an
empty vehicle, if the item can carry a payload) along each axis, the transport
dimensions and weights (length, width, height, wheelbase, curb weight, gross vehicle
weight, axle loads at curb weight, and axle ratings), the location of all types of
provisions covered under this standard, the location of hard points that can be used for
lifting and tying down of Type II equipment, and the design limit load of each provision
shall be included on the data plate (see Figure 15). For cargo carrying vehicles, the
acceptable longitudinal, lateral, and vertical CG limits of a loaded vehicle, referenced
from the CG for an empty vehicle, shall be provided on the dataplate. A visual outline of
the resulting “loaded CG envelope” shall be pictured on the dataplate. Procedures for
lifting and tying down equipment shall be shown on the data plate only if special length
slings, special equipment, or special procedures are required. If the procedures are
lengthy, cite the reference document in which the required information can be found.
These special procedures must be approved by SDDCTEA or the appropriate Service
transportability agent. Nomenclature characters shall not be less than 0.187 inch (3/16-
inch), and other characters shall not be less than 0.093 inch (3/32-inch) in height. The
data plate shall be attached to the equipment by screws, bolts, or rivets in a
conspicuous location.
5.7.2 Identification.
The identification of lifting, equipment tiedown, multipurpose, large cargo tiedown,
and supplemental air transport tiedown provisions shall be stenciled or marked with
decals in appropriate locations on the exterior of the equipment in characters not less
than 1 inch in height, and visible to a person standing on the ground. Accessories
resembling provisions for lifting or tiedown shall be located or designed to avoid
mistaken use and marked as unacceptable for lifting or tiedown.
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6. NOTES
This section contains information of a general or explanatory nature that may be

helpful, but is not mandatory.
6.1 Intended use.

This standard covers the design and testing of lifting, equipment tiedown,
multipurpose, cargo tiedown, large cargo tiedown, and supplemental air transport
tiedown provisions.
6.2 Issue of DODISS.

When this standard is used in acquisition, the issue of the DODISS applicable to
the solicitation should be cited (paragraphs 2.1.1 and 2.1.2).
6.3 Associated Data Item Descriptions (DIDs).

This standard is cited in DOD 5010.12-L, Acquisition Management Systems and
Data Requirements Control List (AMSDL), as a source document for the following DID.
When it is necessary to obtain the applicable data, this DID must be listed on the
Contract Data Requirements List (DD Form 1423), except where DOD FAR Supplement
exempts the requirement for a DD Form 1423.
Reference Paragraphs DID Number DID Title

5.1.5, 5.2.5, 5.4.5, 5.5.5, 5.6.5 DI-PACK-80880 Transportability Report
Prior to citing DIDs on DD Form 1423, the current issue of the AMSDL must be
researched to ensure that the most current and approved DID is cited.
6.4 Tiedown system.

If a proposed rail tiedown procedure differs from that represented in TEA Pamphlet
55-19, Tiedown Handbook for Rail Movements, or if the procedure is marked “do not
use for new equipment” (or has a similiar statement) the materiel developer should
obtain SDDCTEA concurrence prior to testing. Items that require more than four chains
for rail tiedown will be tested with more than one chain at each tiedown provision, but all
chains to each provision will act in the same general direction, usually out, away from
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6.5 Subject term (keyword) listing:
Cables and chains, sling Lashing

Cables and chains, tiedown Provision, cargo tiedown
Crane lifting Provision, multipurpose
Eyes, lifting Provision, lifting
Eyes, tiedown Pull test
Helicopter Sling Load Spreader bars
Lash Static lift ltest
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6.6 International interest.

Certain provisions of this standard are the subject of international standardization
agreements (QSTAG-328, ASCC Air Standard 44/21, STANAG-4062, and STANAG-
3548). When an amendment, a revision, or a cancellation of this standard is proposed
that will modify the international agreement concerned, the preparing activity will take
appropriate action through international standardization channels, including
departmental standardization offices, to change the agreement or make other
appropriate accommodations.
6.7 Changes from previous issue.

Marginal notations are not used in this revision to identify changes with respect to
the previous issue because of the extent of the changes.
6.8 Tailoring.
This standard requires very little tailoring, but a few items should be decided and
stated in the paragraph referring to MIL-STD-209 in the solicitation. These items are as
follows:
a. Determine and state the equipment type defined in paragraph 1.3.
b. Specify whether or not the option for two openings for each equipment
tiedown provision (for equipment weighing 50,000 or more) will be utilized (see
paragraph 5.2.3.1).
c. Specify if HSL is required (see 5.1.3.1).
If it is known that an item cannot meet a requirement of MIL-STD-209K, contact

SDDCTEA for assistance with tailoring your solicitation.
6.9 Computer aided engineering (CAE) structural analysis.

Prior to all testing, the contractor may provide dimensional and material design
data on the provisions and their surrounding structure to SDDCTEA or the appropriate
service transportability agent. This data will be used to perform a structural analysis of
the provisions. In lieu of providing the required design information, the contractor can
perform a structural analysis and provide the results of the analysis for review and
concurrence. Either the required data or the contractor's structural analysis results
should be provided to SDDCTEA or the appropriate service transportability agent at
least 90 days prior to scheduled provision testing. The purpose of the structural
analysis is to assess the risk of testing, thereby reducing the number of failures or
possibly eliminating the test in acceptable cases. This will result in lower overall
acquisition costs to materiel developers.
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6.10 Checklist for Program Managers and Contractors.

Program Managers (PMs) and contractors should use the following checklist as a
reference to help them ensure that their lifting and tiedown provisions meet this
standard. This checklist identifies specific areas of consideration essential to
understanding and meeting the requirements in this standard:
a) There are six different types of provisions covered in this standard; lifting,
equipment tiedown, multipurpose, cargo tiedown, large cargo tiedown, and
supplemental air transport tiedown provisions.
b) Determine if the equipment is Type I or Type II equipment (see paragraph 1.3

for definitions of each type).
c) Read all of section 4 of the standard. This section contains general

requirements applicable to all types of provisions.
d) All equipment is required to have four, and only four, lifting provisons AND four,
and only four, equipment tiedown provisions (see paragraphs 5.1.1 and 5.2.1, except
for equipment transported on Navy/Marine Corps aircraft, see Appendix D). An
alternative to this requirement is to have four provisions meeting the requirements for
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both lifting and equipment tiedown provisions. These provisions are called
multipurpose provisions (see paragraph 5.3).
e) Determine the location of the lifting and equipment tiedown provisions (see
paragraphs 5.1.2 and 5.2.2 for requirements)
f) Determine if helicopter sling load (HSL) is a required mode of transport. Use

paragraph 5.1.3.1 for determining the required strength of the lifting provisions if HSL is
a required mode of transport. Use paragraph 5.1.3.2 for determining the required
strength of the lifting provisions if HSL is not required.
g) If the gross weight of the equipment is 50,000 pounds or more, determine if two
openings will be used to meet the strength requirements for each equipment tiedown
provision (see paragraph 5.2.3.1 for requirements if this option is pursued).
h) Use Table I and Table II to determine the required strength of the equipment
tiedown provisions.
i) Using the gross weight of the item, use Figure 3 to determine the dimensional
requirements for the lifting, equipment tiedown, and multipurpose provisions.
j) If the equipment has a cargo area, determine the required number, location,
strength, dimensions, and directional capabilities of the cargo tiedown provisions (see
paragraphs 5.4.1, 5.4.2, 5.4.3, 5.4.4, and 5.4.6).
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k) If the equipment has a cargo area with a payload capability greater than 5,000
pounds, determined the required number, location, strength, and dimensions of the
large cargo tiedown provisions (see paragraphs 5.5.1, 5.5.2, .5.5.3, and 5.5.4).
l) If the gross weight of the equipment is 10,000 pounds or more and internal air
transport is a required mode of transport, determine the required number, location,
strength, dimensions, and directional capabilities of the supplemental air transport
tiedown provisions (see paragraphs 5.6.1, 5.6.2, 5.6.3, 5.6.4, and 5.6.6 for
requirements).
m) Test the provisions in accordance with paragraph 5.1.5 for lifting provisions,
paragraph 5.2.5 for equipment tiedown provisions, paragraph 5.4.5 for cargo tiedown
provisions, paragraph 5.5.5 for large cargo tiedown provisions, and paragraph 5.6.5
for supplemental air transport tiedown provisions. Multipurpose provisions are
tested to in accordance with both paragraphs 5.1.5 and 5.2.5.
Please contact SDDCTEA or your service transportability agent (email and street
address listed in the foreward of this standard) as soon as possible when designing
lifting and tiedown provisions to ensure they meet all the requirements of this standard.
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This figure depicts the approximate location of the

six different types of provisions covered in this standard
- Lifting Provision
- Equipment Tiedown Provision
- Multipurpose Provision
- Cargo Tiedown Provision
- Large Cargo Tiedown Provision
- Supplemental Air Transport Tiedown Provision
Figure 1. Approximate Location of the Six Different Types of Provisions.
Figure 2. Example of a Nonremovable, Dual-Purpose Provision.
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MIL-STD-209K
Provision opening cut

in a frame member of
equipment or attached plate
D
E
Gross Weight of Amax

Equipment1 an d C Lmin3 C smin3 D min4 Emin
B max2
LB KG in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm
0 to 0 to
1 25 7 178 3 76 3 76 3.2 81
<10,000 <4,536
4,536
10,000 to
to 1.5 38 9 229 4 102 3 76 3.4 86
<25,000
<11,340
25,000 11,340
to to 1.75 44 12 305 5 127 3.5 89 3.9 99
<50,000 <22,680
50,000 22,680
1.756 4.56 1146
to to 446 12 305 7 179 5.3 135
27 3.57 897
<82,0005 <37,195 517
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1.756 446 4.96 1246
>82,0005 >37,195 12 305 7 179 5.3 135
2.257 577 3.57 897
Note 1: Helicopters do not have to meet the dimensions of this table. The dimensions of lifting and
equipment tiedowns on helicopters shall be designed such that they are compatible with the appropriate
number of 10k or 15k polyester straps, or MB-1 or MB-2 chains required for adequate restraint for air,
marine and highway transport.
Note 2: For tiedown provisions, the maximum dimensions of the resulting cross section must be capable
of being inscribed in a 2 inch diameter circle (see Figure 8).
Note 3: There shall be no interference or obstruction within the dimensions CL and CS that could interfere
with engaging a shackle and pin (of the appropriate size for the equipment) in the provision. Either side of
the provision may be used as the datum from which to measure CL and Cs.
Note 4: Provisions may be designed to swivel or rotate, however dimension Dmin shall be met throughout
the full range of motion.
Note 5: For equipment weighing 50,000 pounds or more, two holes may be used in lieu of one large
opening for the equipment tiedown provisions (see paragraph 5.2.3.1). Each of the two holes must have a
Dmin of 3.5 inches.
Note 6: Equipment tiedown provisions and multipurpose provisions.
Note 7: Lifting provisions.
Figure 3. Lifting, Equipment Tiedown, Multipurpose, and Large Cargo Tiedown

Provision Openings and Clearance Dimensions.
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Attachment points of ISO container spreader bar are at approximately 19' x 7-1/2'
Sling legs attached to a single

apex sling assembly (length
determined by method
Sling legs attached to shown in Appendix B) Sling legs attached to
a 20-foot ISO container a 20-foot ISO container
spreader bar spreader bar
Figure 4. Range of Sling Leg Orientations.

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Base of 120° cone
CG
CG
Note: Locate lifting provisions outside shaded area
Figure 5. Location of Lifting Provisions.
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Note: The other provision

location requirements of
paragraph 5.1.2 must be met
in addition to being within the
24-foot height limitation.
Maximum of 24 feet from lowest

point on vehicle to the apex
Figure 6. Apex Height
Plan view Elevation

view
Principal direction of tiedown

provision is parallel to the
longitudinal axis of the equipment
Figure 7. Working Angles for Equipment Tiedown Provisions
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Note: This option applies for equipment with a GW of 50,000 pounds or more
Figure 8. Example of an Equipment Tiedown Provision with Two Openings.
Resulting cross-section
Figure 9. Example of resulting cross-section that must be inscribed in a 2 inch

diameter circle
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" "
Payload capacity
≤ 15,000 pounds
e4
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en
" "
Se
Payload capacity
2" min > 15,000 pounds
See Note 3
Notes:
1. All dimensions are in inches.
2. Drawing not to scale.
3. This space must be capable of accepting 2" x .065" banding.
4. Payload capacity ≤ 15,000 lbs, the opening must be such
that a 1-inch radius semi-circle can be inscribed in it.
Payload capacity > 15,000 lbs, the opening must be 2 inches
or more in diameter.
Figure 10. Required Dimensions of Cargo Tiedown Provisions.
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Floor and wall mounted
cargo tiedown provisions
shall rotate 180° about their
base and be functional at
least 75° to either side of
the vertical in any rotational
position.
Side and end mounted

cargo tiedown provisions
provisions shall translate
90°° from the vertical toward
the center of the cargo
platform and be functional
at least 45°° to either side of
the vertical
Figure 11. Directional Capabilities of Cargo Tiedown Provisions.
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Cargo area that is 40 feet or longer

Line defining the longitudinal midpoint of cargo area
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Cargo provisions at the longitudinal
midpoint must be no more than 12 inches
from the midpoint line
Figure 12. Center cargo tiedown provisions for cargo areas 40 feet or longer.
Side Elevation View of a Provision
120°
Required directional capabilty
Top View of a Provision
180°
Required directional capabilty
Note: Provision may be mounted in a different orientation than shown

Figure 13. Range of restraint capabilities of supplemental air transport tiedown
provisions.
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Side Elevation View of a Provision
30° 30°
Required angle of pull for test - 30° from horizontal in the vertical direction
Top View of a Provision
30° 30°
Required angle of pull for test - 30° from horizontal in the lateral direction
Tiedown point on equipment
Tiedown point on floor
Resultant pull required for test
Note: Provision may be mounted in a different orientation than shown
Figure 14. Resultant direction of pull for testing supplemental air transport tiedown
provisions.
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Figure 15. Sample Dataplate with Required Information.
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MIL-STD-209K APPENDIX A
APPENDIX A
HELICOPTER SLING LOAD MATERIEL LIFT POINT LOAD FACTOR
A.1 GENERAL
A.1.1 Scope. This appendix provides the procedures for calculating the helicopter
HSL materiel lift point load factor (LF).
A.2 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS.
Department of Defense
Standards
MIL-STD-913 Requirements for the Certification of Sling
Loaded Military Equipment for External
Transportation by Department of Defense
Helicopters.
A.3 REQUIREMENTS
A.3.1 Determine the helicopter sling load (HSL) materiel lift point LF. The HSL
materiel lift point LF is used to calculate the design limit load for all materiel with a HSL
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requirement. The LF is calculated using the Table A-1 (page A-2). The LF is a function of
the HSL weight (HSLWT) and the helicopter HSLWT/maximum projected frontal area
(MPFA) ratio, in accordance with the table below. The MPFA for a single-point load is the
maximum area projected on a vertical plane as the item is rotated about a vertical axis
through the aircraft hook; for dual-point or tandem loads, the maximum projected area on a
vertical plane is in the direction of flight (see figure A-1).
A.3.2 Cargo equipment. For items of equipment with cargo-carrying capability, the
materiel lift point LF shall be calculated for the minimum and maximum possible helicopter
HSLWTs. Depending upon the weights, the lesser weight could have higher design limit
load requirements. Thus, the design limit load shall be the greater value of the HSLWT
multiplied by the lift point LF. Consult MIL-STD-913 for detailed information on determining
design limit load for HSL.
A-1
MIL-STD-209K APPENDIX A
HSLWT/MPFA HSLWT
Load Factor
(lb/sq ft) (lb)
<45 <5,000 5.9

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<45 5,000 - 15,000 5.6
<45 15,001 - 36,000 3.2-[0.000038x(HSLWT-15,000)]+2.4
>45 but <60 <5,000 3.5+[0.16x(60-(HSLWT/MPFA))]
>45 but <60 5,000 - 15,000 3.2+[0.16x(60-(HSLWT/MPFA))]
3.2-[0.000038x(HSLWT-15,000)]
>45 but <60 15,001 - 36,000
+[0.16x(60-(HSLWT/MPFA))]
>60 <5,000 3.5
>60 5,000 - 15,000 3.2
>60 15,001 - 36,000 3.2-[0.000038x(HSLWT-15,000)]
TABLE A-1. Calculation of Materiel Lift Point LF
Maximum projected frontal area (MPFA) denoted by shaded areas
Single point lift (all directions of flight)
Tandem load (dual point lift)

Dual point lift
Direction of flight
Figure A-1. Maximum projected frontal area
A-2
MIL-STD-209K APPENDIX B
APPENDIX B
SAMPLE PROBLEM FOR DETERMINING THE REQUIRED TEST SLING LENGTHS

AND STRENGTH OF THE LIFTING PROVISIONS
B.1 SCOPE
B.1.1 Scope. This appendix establishes a method for determining the required strength of
the lifting provisions, and length of slings to use for testing. If the resulting length of slings
using this method causes interference between the equipment and the slings when the
equipment is lifted, then see paragraph B.5.1.11 for the required test sling length.
B.2 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS. None
B.3 NOTATION
B.3.1 Symbols. The following letter symbols are used throughout this appendix:
Da - lateral distance from CG to provision a, on a horizontal plane, in inches
Db - lateral distance from CG to provision b, on a horizontal plane, in inches
Dc - lateral distance from CG to provision c, on a horizontal plane, in inches
Dd - lateral distance from CG to provision d, on a horizontal plane, in inches
Dab - lateral distance from provision a to provision b, on a horizontal plane,

in inches
Dcd - lateral distance from provision c to provision d, on a horizontal plane,

in inches
GW - gross weight, in pounds
ha - distance from provision a to the CG, on a horizontal plane, in inches
hb - distance from provision b to the CG, on a horizontal plane, in inches
hc - distance from provision c to the CG, on a horizontal plane, in inches
hd - distance from provision d to the CG, on a horizontal plane, in inches
hL - distance from the provisions to the CG, on the plane of the provisions, when the
equipment is resting on a level surface, in inches
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B-1
hat - distance from provision a to the CG, on the plane of the provisions, when the
equipment is lifted with equal length slings, in inches
hbt - distance from provision b to the CG, on the plane of the provisions, when the
hct - distance from provision c to the CG, on the plane of the

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provisions, when the equipment is lifted with equal length slings, in inches
hdt - distance from provision d to the CG, on the plane of the provisions, when the
Ha - apex height, from the ground to the top of the equal length single apex sling
assembly, in inches
Hf - height from the ground to the front provisions, a and b, in inches
Hr - height from the ground to the rear provisions, c and d, in inches
Ht - vertical distance between the horizontal plane and the plane of the
provisions, on the CG axis, in inches
K - vertical distance between the CG and the sling apex when the
L - longitudinal distance between front and rear provisions, measured on a horizon-

tal plane, in inches
Lf - longitudinal distance from front provisions, a and b, to the CG, on a horizontal

plane, in inches
Lr - longitudinal distance from front provisions, c and d, to the CG, on a

horizontal plane, in inches
Lx - longitudinal distance from the rear provisions to the intersection of KL with the
plane of the provisions, when the item is resting on a level surface, in inches
Ly - longitudinal distance from the rear provisions to the intersection of KL with the
plane of the provisions, when the item is resting on a level surface, in inches
Lxy - longitudinal distance between the front provisions and the rear provisions on
the plane of the provisions, in inches
Ra - static load on sling a, in pounds
B-2
Rb - static load on sling b, in pounds
Rc - static load on sling c, in pounds
Rd - static load on sling d, in pounds
S - sling leg length, in inches
SA - angle of the slings, with respect to the plane of the provisions, in degrees
Ta - design limit load of provision a, in pounds
Tb - design limit load of provision b, in pounds
Tc - design limit load of provision c, in pounds
Td - design limit load of provision d, in pounds
Ua - ultimate load requirement of provision a, in pounds
Ub - ultimate load requirement of provision b, in pounds
Uc - ultimate load requirement of provision c, in pounds
Ud - ultimate load requirement of provision d, in pounds
Va - vertical load at provision a, in pounds
Vb - vertical load at provision b, in pounds
Vc - vertical load at provision c, in pounds
Vd - vertical load at provision d, in pounds
VAa - angle between the sling leg attached to provision a and the vertical
when the equipment is lifted with equal length slings, in degrees
VAb - angle between the sling leg attached to provision b and the vertical
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VAc - angle between the sling leg attached to provision c and the vertical
VAd - angle between the sling leg attached to provision d and the vertical
B-3
β - angle of the plane of the provisions with respect to the horizontal, in degrees
∆ - difference in height between the front and rear provisions, when the equipment is
resting on a level surface, in inches
B.4 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
None
B.5 DETAILED REQUIREMENTS
B.5.1 Example. See Figure B-1. The equations in this example have been established
such that the free-body diagram is valid when the front and rear provisions are at the same
height or if they are at different heights. This example demonstrates the case when the
rear provisions are higher than the front provisions.
Sling Apex
Vc
VAc
S Vd
S
K
S VAc
S
Dc
c
Dd
Va d
Vb VAa hd
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hc
VAb Hr
Hr-Hf
hb
b GW
Hf ha
Lr
a
Db
Da
Lf
Figure B-1. MIL-STD-209K Free Body Diagram
B-4
GW = 10,000 lb
Lf = 56 in., Lr = 79 in. Hf = 24 in., Hr = 33 in.
Da = 16 in., Db = 17 in., Dc = 34 in., Dd = 33 in.
Basic assumptions: 1) The front and rear provision pairs are symmetrical about the longi-
tudinal centerline of the equipment, and 2) The vertical CG is on a plane containing all
provisions, referred to as the "plane of the provisions." These assumptions are made
merely to simplify the load calculations. The second assumption in no way negates the
location requirements of paragraph 4.1.2.2. For stability reasons, the lift provisions should
be located above the vertical CG, per paragraph 5.1.2.g.
B.5.1.1 Determine β, the angle of the plane of the provisions with respect to the horizontal,
and Lxy.
Hr - Hf = ∆ = 33 - 24 = 9 inches
L = Lf + Lr = 56 + 79 = 135 inches
If TAN(β)= ∆/L then β=TAN-1(∆/L)
β=TAN-1(∆/L)=3.8°
COS(β)=L/Lxy ⇒ Lxy=L/COS(β)
Lxy= 135/COS(3.8°) = 135.3 inches
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B-5
B.5.1.2 Determine hL and S (these are constant for all slings).
Elevation view of the plane of the provisions

Plan view of the plane of the provisions
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Dab = (Da+Db)/2 = (16+17)/2 = 16.5 inches
Dcd = (Dc+Dd)/2 = (34+33)/2 = 33.5 inches
To solve for hL, we have three equations and three unknowns.

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hL = √Dab2 + Lx2
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hL = √Dcd2 + Ly2
Lx = Lxy - Ly
By substituting the third equation into the first equation, we can solve for Ly.
B-6
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hL = √Dab2 + (Lxy - Ly)2
Ly = Dab2 - Dcd2 + Lxy2 16.52 - 33.52 + 135.32

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= = 64.5 inches
2Lxy 2(135.3)
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And then solve for Lx and hL.
Lx = Lxy - Ly = 135.3 - 64.5 = 70.8 inches
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hL = √Dab + Lx = √16.52 + 70.82 = 72.7 inches
2 2
SA is set to 45° to determine the sling length for a single apex sling assembly.
COS(45°°) = hL/S; S = hL/COS(45°°) = 72.7/.707 = 102.8 inches = 8.6 feet
Since S is shorter than 12 feet, the sling leg length for an equal length single apex
sling assembly is set to 12 feet. This is most likely the shortest size of slings that will be
available in the field to lift an item. If S had been greater than 12 feet, then the calculated
value of S would be used from this point forward to complete the calculations.
For your piece of equipment, if the calculated sling lengths result in interference
between the vehicle and slings when the vehicle is lifted, the angle of the slings will be
verified at the test site prior to testing. This verfication will ensure that a 45° angle is
achieved between the slings and the surface of the vehicle or equipment (see paragraph
5.1.2). Adjustment to the slings lengths may be required if the sling angles are smaller than
45°.
∴ S = 12 feet = 144 inches for all slings
and COS(SA) = hL/S; SA = COS-1(hL/S) = COS-1(72.7/144) = 59.7°°
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B.5.1.3 Determine ha, hb, hc, hd, hat, hbt, hct, hdt, and K.
Plan view of equipment (horizontal plane)
_______ ________
ha = √Lf + Da = √562 + 162 = 58.2 inches
2 2
_______ ________
hb = √Lf2 + Db2 = √562 + 172 = 58.5 inches
_______ ________
hc = √Lr2 + Dc2 = √792 + 342 = 86.0 inches
_______ ________
hd = √Lr + Dd = √792 + 332 = 85.6 inches
2 2
β) = ha/hat
COS(β
β) = 58.2/(COS(3.8°°) = 58.3 inches

hat = ha/COS(β
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The same equation can be applied to the other provisions.
β) = hb/hbt ; hbt = hb/COS(β

COS(β β) = 58.5/COS(3.8°°) = 58.6 inches
β) = hc/hct ; hct = hc/COS(β
COS(β β) = 86.0/COS(3.8°°) = 86.2 inches
β) = hd/hdt ; hdt = hd/COS(β
COS(β β) = 85.6/COS(3.8°°) = 85.8 inches
K2 = S2 + hat2 - 2ShatCOS(SA)
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K = √S2 + hat2 - 2ShatCOS(SA)
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K = 1442 + 58.32 - 2(144)(58.3)COS(59.7°) = 125.2 inches
B.5.1.4 Determine VA, the angle of the slings with the vertical when the equipment is lifted.
hat2 = S2 + K2 - 2SKCOS(VAa)
VAa = COS-1((S2 + K2 - hat2)/2SK)

VAa = COS-1((1442 + 125.22 - 58.32)/2(144)(125.2)) = 23.7°
VAb = COS-1((S2 + K2 - hbt2)/2SK)

VAb = COS-1((1442 + 125.22 - 58.62)/2(144)(125.2)) = 23.9°
VAc = COS-1((S2 + K2 - hct2)/2SK)

VAc = COS-1((1442 + 125.22 - 86.22)/2(144)(125.2)) = 36.5°
VAd = COS-1((S2 + K2 - hdt2)/2SK)

VAd = COS-1((1442 + 125.22 - 85.82)/2(144)(125.2)) = 36.3°
B.5.1.5 Determine the vertical force component, V, at each provision.
Based on the assumption that the CG lies on the plane of the provisions, the horizontal
distance between the provisions and the vertical axis of the CG when the equipment is
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lifted with equal length slings is proportional to the distance between the provisions and the
vertical axis of the CG when the equipment is resting on a level surface. Therefore, the
following equations apply:
Va = Lr/(Lr + Lf) x Db/(Da + Db) x GW
Va = 79/(56 + 79) x 17/(16 + 17) x 10,000 = 3,015 lb
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Vb = Lr/(Lr + Lf) x Da/(Da + Db) x GW
Vb = 79/(56 + 79) x 16/(16 + 17) x 10,000 = 2,837 lb
Vc = Lf/(Lr + Lf) x Dd/(Dc + Dd) x GW
Vc = 56/(56 + 79) x 33/(33 + 34) x 10,000 = 2,043 lb
Vd = Lf/(Lr + Lf) x Dc/(Dc + Dd) x GW
Vd = 56/(56 + 79) x 34/(33 + 34) x 10,000 = 2,105 lb
B.5.1.6 Determine the static load, R, for each sling leg.
Ra = Va/COS(VAa) = 3,015/COS(23.7°°) = 3,293 lb
Rb = Vb/COS(VAb) = 2,837/COS(23.9°°) = 3,103 lb
Rc = Vc/COS(VAc) = 2,043/COS(36.5°°) = 2,541 lb
Rd = Vd/COS(VAd) = 2,105/COS(36.3°°) = 2,612 lb
B.5.1.7 Determine the required design limit load, T. For items of equipment without heli-
copter EAT requirements, the materiel lift point LF is 2.3. For items of equipment with
helicopter EAT requirements, the materiel lift point LF is calculated using Appendix A. The
helicopter EAT materiel lift point LF is a function of helicopter EATWT and the helicopter
EATWT/MPFA ratio. If the equipment has a cargo-carrying capability, the materiel lift point
LF shall be calculated for the minimum and maximum helicopter EATWTs.
For demonstration purposes, assume that this item of equipment has a helicopter
EAT and crane lift requirement and an MPFA of 105 square feet. Thus, the EATWT/MPFA
ratio (10,000 ¸ 105) equals 95.24 pounds per square foot. Using Appendix A, we find the
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materiel lift point LF for helicopter EAT is 3.2. Since this value is greater than the 2.3
materiel lift point LF required for crane lifting, 3.2 will be used.
Ta = Ra x LF = 3,293 x 3.2 = 10, 538 lb
Tb = Rb x LF = 3,103 x 3.2 = 9,930 lb
Tc = Rc x LF = 2,541 x 3.2 = 8,131 lb
Td = Rd x LF = 2,612 x 3.2 = 8,358 lb
B.5.1.8 Determine the required ultimate load, U.
Ua = Ta x 1.5 = 10,538 x 1.5 = 15,807 lb
Ub = Tb x 1.5 = 9,930 x 1.5 = 14,895 lb
Uc = Tc x 1.5 = 8,131 x 1.5 = 12,197 lb
Ud = Td x 1.5 = 8,358 x 1.5 = 12,537 lb
B.5.1.9 Testing Requirements.
Table B-1 Lift Test Requirements.
Angle of Pull Sling Leg Design Limit

Ultimate Load
Location (from the vertical, Length L o ad
(pounds)
in degrees) (inches) (pounds)
Front Right
Provision a 23.7 144 10,538 15,807
Front Left
Provision b 23.9 144 9,930 14,895
Rear Left
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Provision c 36.5 144 8,131 12,197

Rear Right
Provision d 36.3 144 8,358 12,537
B.5.1.10 Determine the apex height, Ha.
The height of the apex equals the height of the lowest provisions, plus the vertical differ-
ence between the horizontal plane and the plane of the provisions, plus the vertical dis-
tance between the CG and the apex, K.
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Plane of the Provisions
Elevation view of equipment when lifted with equal length slings
Ha = Hf + Ht + K
β) = Ht/ha
TAN (β
β)(ha) = TAN(3.8°°)(58.2) = 3.9 inches

Ht = TAN(β
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Ha = 24 + 3.9 + 125.2 = 153.1 inches = 12.8 feet
This is less 24 feet and therefore meets the apex height requirements of paragraph 5.1.2.i.
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B.5.1.11. When the resulting length of slings using the method described previously in this
appendix causes interference between the equipment and the slings when the equipment
is lifted, the sling lengths to use for the test can be determined as follows:
1) Determine the point of interference on the equipment.
2) Determine the length of sling between the provision and the point of interference.
3) Using a 45º degree sling angle (measured from the horizontal when the equipment
is resting on a level surface), determine the length of sling from the point of interfence to a
vertical line running through the location of the longitudinal and lateral CG.
4) Add #2 and #3 together.
5) If #4 is less than 12 feet, then set the sling length at 12 feet for the test. If #4 is 12 feet
or more, use this length as the test sling length.
6) If there is interference in more than one location, use the above method to determine the
test sling lengths for each location and then use the longest resulting sling length as the test
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sling length. All slings will be the same length for the test.
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MIL-STD-209K APPENDIX C
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APPENDIX C
SAMPLE PROBLEM FOR DETERMINING THE

REQUIRED STRENGTH OF THE TIEDOWN PROVISIONS
C.1 SCOPE
C.1.1 Scope. This appendix establishes a method for determining the required
strength of the tiedown provisions.
C.2 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS. This section is not applicable to this appendix.
C.3 NOTATION
C.3.1 Symbols.
TL - design limit load in longitudinal direction, in pounds
UL - ultimate load in longitudinal direction, in pounds
TV - design limit load in vertical direction, in pounds
UV - ultimate load in vertical direction, in pounds
TS - design limit load in lateral direction, in pounds
US - ultimate load in lateral direction, in pounds
S1 - lateral distance from CG to provision 1, in inches
L1 - longitudinal distance from CG to provision 1, in inches
GW - gross weight, in pounds.
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C.4 REQUIREMENTS
C.4.1 Example.
GW = 20,000 lb
S1 = 5 S2 = 10 S3 = 5 S4 = 10
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L1 = 15 L2 = 15 L3 = 10 L4 = 10
Right
1 3 De tail A
S1,3
Front L1,2 L3,4

Ba ck
2
S2,4
4
Le ft
Vertica l Direction
La teral
Dire ction
Longitudina l Dire ction
La teral
compone nt
Longitudina l
component
Vertical
component
Tota l Force
Note : Drawing not to s ca le De tail A
Figure C.1 Example of a tiedown procedure
This example does not represent a particular item, but rather the way tiedown
provisions will be used based on their locations. All four provisions will be used to
restrain items in the longitudinal, vertical, and lateral directions. Provisions will restrain
forces in only one longitudinal or lateral direction.
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C.4.1.1 Minimum required longitudinal design and ultimate loads. The longitudinal
inertia force acting through the CG is:
4 x GW = 4 x 20,000 lb = 80,000 lb
Assume the inertia force will be balanced/restrained by the longitudinal components

of the applicable tiedown provisions to restrict the movement of the item in the forward
and aft directions.
a. To restrict movement in the forward direction, two provisions can be used:
T3L + T4L = 80,000 lb
For this example, the provisions are not located symmetrically about the CG so the
proportionate share of the load that is applied to each provision is not equal and is as
follows:
S 4 x (T3L + T4L ) 10 x 80,000

T3L =
(S 3 + S 4 ) =
(5 + 10)
= 53,333 lb
S 3 x (T3L + T4L ) 5 x 80,000

T4L =
(S 3 + S 4 ) = = 26,667 lb
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(5 + 10)
b. To restrict movement in the aft direction, two provisions can be used:
T1L + T2L = 80,000 lb
follows:
S 2 x (T1L + T2L ) 10 x 80,000

T1L =
(S 1 + S 2 ) =
(5 + 10)
= 53,333 lb
S 1 x (T1L + T2L ) 5 x 80,000

T2L =
(S 1 + S 2 ) =
(5 + 10)
= 26,667 lb
Ultimate load requirements (1.5 x design limit load) are:
Forward U3L = 1.5 x T3L = 1.5 x 53,333 lb = 80,000 lb
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U4L = 1.5 x T4L = 1.5 x 26,667 lb = 40,000 lb
Aft U1L = 1.5 x T1L = 1.5 x 53,333 lb = 80,000 lb
U2L = 1.5 x T2L = 1.5 x 26,667 lb = 40,000 lb
C.4.1.2 Minimum required vertical design and ultimate loads. The vertical inertia
force acting through the CG is:
2 x GW = 2 x 20,000 lb = 40,000 lb
It should be assumed that this force will be restrained by the vertical force compo-
nents of all four tiedown provisions against upward movement of the item.
T1V + T2V + T3V + T4V = 40,000 lb
follows:
S2 L3
T1V =
(S1 + S 2 ) ( L1 + L3 ) x (T1V + T2V + T3V + T4V)
x
10 10
T1V = (5 + 10) x (15 + 10) x 40,000 = 10,667 lb
S1 L4
( 1 2) ( 2 4)
T2V = S + S x L + L x (T1V + T2V + T3V + T4V)
5 10
T2V = (5 + 10) x (15 + 10) x 40,000 = 5,333 lb
S4 L1
T3V =
(S 3 + S 4 ) ( L1 + L3 ) x (T1V + T2V + T3V + T4V)
x
10 15
T3V = (5 + 10) x (15 + 10) x 40,000 = 16,000 lb
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S3 L2
( 3 4) ( 2 4)
T4v = S + S x L + L x (T1V + T2V + T3V + T4V)
5 15
T4V = (5 + 10) x (15 + 10) x 40,000 = 8,000 lb
Each provision must withstand a vertical force (required design limit load) of 10,000
pounds applied in the downward direction. Ultimate load requirements (1.5 x design
limit load) are:
U1V = 1.5 x T1V = 1.5 x 10,667 = 16,000 lb
U2V = 1.5 x T2V = 1.5 x 5,333 = 8,000 lb
U3V = 1.5 x T3V = 1.5 x 16,000 = 24,000 lb
U4V = 1.5 x T4V = 1.5 x 8,000 = 12,000 lb

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C.4.1.3 Minimum required lateral design limit and ultimate loads. The lateral inertia
force acting through the CG is:
1.5 x GW = 1.5 x 20,000 lb = 30,000 lb
It should be assumed that this force will be restrained by the lateral force compo-
nents of the tiedown provisions toward the left and right.
a. To restrict movement toward the right, two provisions can be used:
T2S + T4S = 30,000 lb
follows:
L 4 x (T2S + T4S ) 10 x 30,000

T2S =
( L2 + L4 ) =
(15 + 10)
= 12,000 lb
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L 2 x (T2S + T4S ) 15 x 30,000

T4S =
( L2 + L4 ) =
(15 + 10)
= 18,000 lb
b. To restrict movement toward the left, two provisions can be used:
T1S + T3S = 30,000 lb
follows:
L 3 x (T1S + T3S ) 10 x 30,000

T1S =
( L1 + L 3 ) =
(15 + 10)
= 12,000 lb
L1 x (T1S + T3S ) 15 x 30,000

T3S =
( L1 + L 3 ) =
(15 + 10)
= 18,000 lb
Ultimate strength requirements (1.5 x design limit load) are:
Right U2S = T2S x 1.5 = 1.5 x 12,000 lb = 18,000 lb
U4S = T4S x 1.5 = 1.5 x 18,000 lb = 27,000 lb
Left U1S = T1S x 1.5 = 1.5 x 12,000 lb = 18,000 lb
U3S = T3S x 1.5 = 1.5 x 18,000 lb = 27,000 lb
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MIL-STD-209K APPENDIX D
APPENDIX D
TRANSPORT BY NAVY/MARINE CORPS AIRCRAFT
D.1 Scope.
This appendix provides the restraint requirements for transport in subject helicop-
ter, tilt-rotor, and fixed wing aircraft.
D.2 Applicable Documents.
(a) A1-V22AB-CLG-000 - Cargo Loading Manual, MV-22B

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(b) A1-H53BE-CLG-000 - Cargo Loading Manual, Navy Models CH-53A, CH-

53D, RH-53D, CH-53E, and MH-53E Helicopters
(c) A1-H46AE-CLG-000 – Cargo Loading Manual, Navy Models HH-46D/UH-
46D/CH-46E Helicopters
(d) NAVAIR 01-75GAA-9 – Cargo Loading Manual, Navy Models C-130 Series
(e) A1-H60SA-CLG-000 – Cargo Loading Manual, Navy Model MH-60S
(f) Appropriate NATOPS Manuals for Specific T/M/S aircraft.
D.3 Requirements.
D.3.1 Application.
Cargo equipment to be transported internally by helicopter, tilt-rotor aircraft, or the
USMC C-130 aircraft must be designed for restraint to the values in the following table:
Cargo equipment must be properly restrained and have the structural integrity to
Aircraft Static Limit Load Restraint Criteria

Type
Forward G's Aft G's Lateral G's Up G's
USMC C-130 3 2 1.5 2
Helicopter/
4 3 3 3
Tilt-rotor
Fixed-wing 3 2 2 2
Carrier On-
board Delivery 1
20 7 7 4
(COD)
transport
1. COD forward G is defined as an ultimate load factor.
maintain the noted G loads, defined as limit load factors, for the required aircraft. Item
weight for calculating restraint requirements for the subject aircraft will be the items
transportable weight and its weight distribution. The ultimate load factors are found by
multiplying a factor of 1.5 to the limit load cases in paragraph D.3.1.
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D.3.3 Method of Analysis for Determination of Retention Loads.

The load factors defined in section D.3.1 shall be applied to the structure to deter-
mine cargo retention loads, and analyzed using two methodologies. The first method
uses geometry of the chain from the aircraft tiedown ring and cargo item, stiffness of the
chain/strap, and cargo item suspension system rates to determine retention loads. This
method also takes into account the location of center of gravity of the cargo item. With
this method, the chain/strap limit load and aircraft tie down ring limit load are fixed
constraints. The sizing, location and geometry of the tiedown provision on the cargo
item are varied along with the tiedown device geometry to ensure the limit loads are not
exceeded. Examples of the second method is given in the cargo loading manuals cited
in section D.2. Briefly, the second method computes total restraint required uni-
directionally without regard to center of gravity location and stiffness of tie down mem-
ber, with a geometric reduction or knockdown factor. Details of the second method can
be found in the cargo loading manuals cited in section D.2. Both methods are required
to be presented in a report to NAVAIR for approval when calculating chain/strap loads
for vehicle restraint. Method one shall be labeled the “Engineering Method”, and
method two labeled the “Loadmaster Method”. When determining retention loads
using method one, since several worst case load solutions may result. The worst case
conditions define the method one design loads for the provision and vehicle backup
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structure. However, many more solutions are possible during aircrew restraint opera-
tions of the cargo item for transport. To assist the loadmaster in his determination of
where to place cargo, the reaction load at the tiedown provision from method one analy-
sis should be rounded up to the nearest 5,000 lb whole number increment. The round-
ing up of the results from method one to the nearest 5,000lb determines method one
design loads. For example, if method one results in a provision design load of 4,900lb.,
rounding to the nearest 5,000 lb increment results in a method one design load of
5,000lb. If method one results in a provision design load of 8,250lb, the method one
design load is 10,000lb. This philosophy is to accommodate loadmaster techniques
used in the Navy/Marine Corps. Final retention design loads are determined from the
larger values from the two methodologies.
D.3.4.5 Structural Load Criteria.

Structural load factors for determining load requirements for transport of cargo
equipment in Navy/Marine Corps aircraft are shown in paragraph D.3.1. Positive margins
of safety for limit and ultimate load conditions are required for all structure, aircraft, vehicle
and cargo. Limit load cases shall show no permanent set by analysis or test.
D.3.5 Supporting Structure.

The supporting structure is considered to be vehicle/cargo structure which supports
and attaches the tiedown provision on the vehicle/cargo. The design and testing of indi-
vidual provisions and vehicle back-up structure must be proven structurally adequate for all
applied load conditions. The load conditions for the vehicle are in paragraph D.3.1. The
back-up or provisions’ structure can be structurally substantiated by hand analysis, finite
element analysis or static test. Upon review of the analysis, NAVAIR will determine if the
supporting analysis is adequate. Whenever possible, such decisions will seek to reduce
D-2
the overall cost impact based on sound risk/benefit analysis. Bypassing the submission of
analysis, and performing a test to prove structural adequacy, may require additional local
structural testing or analysis to adequately substantiate the back-up structure and deter-
mine locations of high stress. Positive margins of safety for limit and ultimate load condi-
tions are required for all structure.
D.3.6 Structural Analysis.

Structural analysis consists of structural substantiation of the vehicle, tiedown provi-
sions and backup structure for the load factors defined in paragraph D.3.1 As part of a
preliminary structural analysis package, a matrix of all possible tiedown patterns, cone of
action for each vehicle tiedown, and plans to structurally substantiate the individual tiedown
patterns and cones of action shall be submitted to NAVAIR for approval. The analysis
package shall show structural substantiation by structural testing, analysis or both, for
securing the vehicle to the aircraft. The analysis shall include structural substantiation of the
vehicle, vehicle backup structure, and provision. Methods of structural analysis and sub-
stantiation include hand analysis, finite element analysis and structural test. All high stress
structural members and critical load cases shall be identified, margin of safety calculations
shown, location of high stress in the model illustrated, assumption stated for boundary
conditions and interpretation of results, and enough information in the vendor submitted
structural report such that an analyst can reproduce the results from the information pro-
vided. Load paths shall be identified for each provision with structural analysis showing
positive margin of safety or passage of structural testing. All analysis shall be performed to
structurally substantiate the local tiedown provision and backup structure to the point where
nominal uniform stress occurs. When multiple provisions use the same back up structure
the worst loading case scenarios shall be assumed, identified and analyzed. Standard
structural analysis techniques shall be applied, such as stress reduction factors for welds,
detailed finite element analysis identifying local high stress areas, conservative assump-
tions for load application and load distribution, etc. Margins of safety shall be positive for all
ultimate load cases as defined in paragraph D.3.1. Positive margins of safety for limit and
ultimate load conditions are required for all structure. Limit load cases shall show no per-
manent set by analysis or test. A structural analysis report shall be submitted for approval
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to the transport approving agent.
D.3.6.5 Vehicle Structural Analysis and Test.

The entire vehicle shall be structurally substantiated for carriage in Navy/Marine
Corps aircraft by test and/or structural analysis. The vehicle structure and all peripheral
components shall remain undeformed and an integrated unit when subject to the limit
load conditions specified in paragraph D.3.1. The vehicle subject to ultimate load condi-
tions can deform, but must remain as an integral unit. Structural substantiation can be
shown by test, structural analysis by hand or finite element, engineering inference or a
combination of methods. The vehicle and all peripheral components, such as cargo,
weapon systems, seats, mirrors, windshield, seats etc., shall be shown to be retained
and undeformed for the appropriate condition in paragraph D.3.1. A test plan or struc-
tural analysis shall be submitted for approval to the approving air transport certifying
authority. Testing may be static or dynamic in nature or a combination of both. For ex-
D-3
ample, a windshield can be tested using a dynamic/impact test with a Navy/Marine Corps
specified pulse as part of peripheral vehicle equipment test whereas a machine gun instal-
lation can be structurally substantiated by hand analysis for a critical static load condition.
Loose cargo items within the vehicle may have multiple configurations for carriage and are
also required to be restrained to the appropriate conditions in paragraph D.3.1. All con-
figurations must be structurally substantiated by analysis or test.
D.3.7 Provision Testing.

Provision testing consists of structurally substantiating each vehicle provision for
the vehicle loads generated from the application of load conditions in paragraph D.3.1.
A matrix of all possible tiedown patterns shall be submitted as part of the provision testing
process, along with provision cone of action. Testing of the provisions and back-up struc-
ture shall be of a production representative configuration. The tiedown provisions and
back-up structure shall be analyzed through the entire stated cone of action from loads
calculated in procedures in paragraph D.3.3. Provision pull testing will be conducted to
validate the results of the analysis. The number and direction of pull tests may be deter-
mined from a combination of structural analysis and engineering inference based on the
actual structure and geometry being tested. In general, a minimum of 4 pull tests will be
performed to simulate worst load case vehicle tiedown pattern geometry, for each provi-
sion, within the cone of action. If the vendor can show structural substantiation with less
than the minimum tests, a complete data package shall be submitted to NAVAIR. A test
plan with total number of pulls and directions with substantiating documentation will be
submitted to NAVAIR or the appropriate service transportability agent for approval.
D.3.8. Aircraft Restraint Pattern Testing.

The aircraft restraint pattern testing shall structurally substantiate the vehicle tiedown
patterns for a specific aircraft platform. The vehicle will be restrained to an aircraft
mockup using the procedures submitted for paragraph D.3.6. The forward restraint criteria
will be applied to the vehicle to simulate the tie down geometry in the aircraft. The same
will be performed in the other test directions. At least one complete tiedown pattern pull test
shall be performed in the forward, aft and side directions to simulate the worst case load-
ing. This test will be performed for each aircraft platform. When performing pattern testing,
five items must be considered when developing and executing the aircraft restraint pattern
test plan: 1) Local provision strength and influence on strength capability from neighboring
provisions, 2) provisions sharing the same backup structure, 3) Combinations of tiedown
patterns which simulate worst case loading, 4) simultaneous testing of provisions that
share the same backup structure, 5) influence of suspension system of the vehicle. A test
plan shall be submitted to NAVAIR for approval. The plan shall show the range of tiedown
patterns for the vehicle in the aircraft, justification for choosing the test patterns proposed
for testing, loads predicted in tiedowns devices, and loads and stresses predicted in
vehicle structure for each test condition. A post test report documenting results and how
they compare to predicted values shall be submitted to NAVAIR.
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D-4
MIL-STD-209K
Custodian: Preparing Activity:

Army - MT Army - MT
Air Force - 11
Navy - SA Project No. 2540-0471
Review activities:
Army - AR, AT, AV, CR, CR4, GL, MI, SM, TE
Navy - MC
Air Force - 84, 99
DLA - CC
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Note: The activities listed above were interested in this document as of the date of
this document. Since organizations and responsibilities can change, you should verify
the currency of the information above using the ASSIST Online database at http://
assist.daps.dla.mil.


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INCH-POUND

INTERFACE STANDARD FOR

AMSC N/A FSC 2540

Provided by IHS Licensee=US Army Materiel Command/5974512002, User=Cook, Don

U.S. Navy/Marine Corps (for questions concerning transport on Navy/Marine Corps

4. Comments, suggestions, or questions on this document should be addressed to

2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS ..................................................................................... 2

4. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................... 5

4.6 Freezing and jamming. ............................................................................................. 6

5. DETAILED REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................... 9

5.1 Lifting provisions....................................................................................................... 9

5.2 Equipment tiedown provisions................................................................................ 13

5.3 Multipurpose provisions......................................................................................... 16

5.4 Cargo tiedown provisions. ...................................................................................... 16

5.5 Large Cargo Tiedown Provisions. ........................................................................ 19

5.6 Supplemental air transport tiedown provisions. ..................................................... 21

5.7 Marking. ................................................................................................................. 24

Figure 8. Example of an Equipment Tiedown Provision with Two Openings. ............... 33

1.1.1 Excluded equipment.

1.1.2 Military equipment for helicopter sling loading.

1.1.3 Military equipment for airdrop.

a. All new commercial, modified commercial, nondevelopmental, developmental,

b. Modified equipment, when the modifications result in changes to lifting or

1.3 Equipment types.

Type I. All equipment issued to Table of Organization and Equipment (TOE)

Type II. Equipment can be classified as Type II equipment only if the

2.1 Specifications and standards.

RR-C-271 Chains and Attachments, Welded and Weldless

MIL-STD-814 Requirements for Tiedown, Suspension and

MIL-STD-1366 Interface Standard for Transportability Criteria

(Unless otherwise indicated, copies of above specifications and standards are

2.2 Other Government documents, drawings, and publications.

(CFR Title 49 can be obtained from the Superintendent of Documents, US

2.3 Order of precedence.

3.1 Cargo tiedown provision.

3.2 Container spreader bar.

3.3 Design limit load.

3.5 Equipment tiedown provision.

3.6 Gross weight (GW).

3.7 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).

3.8 Helicopter flight testing.

3.9 Helicopter sling loading (HSL).

3.10 Helicopter sling load weight (HSLWT).

3.11 Largo cargo tiedown provision.

3.12 Lifting provision.

3.13 Multipurpose provision.

3.14 Permanent deformation.

3.15 Plane of the provisions.

3.16 Static lift test.

3.17 Static load.

3.18 Supplemental air transport tiedown provision.

3.19 Ultimate load.

3.20 Yield load.

4.1 Restraint of Item.

4.2 Surface of provisions.