Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 4:35 pm Post subject: M105A2 Trailer used on a M38
I was wondering if any one out their has tried using (towing) a M105A2 trsiler behind a M38, Is this trailer to big for it ? , brakes are air on it but could be modified, any thoughts on using one of these trailer , Best Regards Barnman Maine
Joined: Mar 13, 2006 Posts: 1079 Location: Richburg, SC
Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 5:12 pm Post subject:
Yeah, that won't work. Here's a pic of an M101a2 behind my M38a1 - the M105 is about twice the weight and MUCH bigger - it is pretty big even behind my 4x4 Silverado!
Here's a pic pulling my M100 before the 'a1 was finished - much better (and the Jeep handles it much better too)!
The basic rule is the towed load must be less then the towing vehicle's weight.
M38 = Empty weight 2635 Max towed load 1500
Max Gross weight 3825 Max towed load 2000
M105 = Empty weight 2750
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Specifications
Model Cargo Trailer (M105A2)
NSN Number NSN 2330-00-141-8050
GVWR 5,750 Lbs.
Curb Weight 2,750 Lbs.
Tires 9:00x20, 8 Ply - Tube Type
Wheels 20x7.5, 6-Hole, Disc Offset
Axles 10,000 Lbs. Rating
Suspension System Heavy Duty Leaf Spring
Frame Construction Formed Steel Channel
Towing Style Lunette (Pintle Connection)
Front Landing Leg Telescopic & Retracting
Brake System Air/Over/Hydraulic
Lights and Service Military Style 24 Volt System
Cargo Tie-Downs MIL-STD-209
Width 83"
Length 166.5"
Height 95.5" With Bows & Tarp
Environmental Corrosion MIL-DTL-53072 (CARC Paint)
Prime Mover Towing Pintle Connection
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