Canvas Cover Assembly

TM 9-2330-202-14&P

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LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS (continued).

Key

Component

Description

Canvas Cover Assembly

Protects cargo from weather.

(M101A2 and M101A3)

Rack Assembly

Increases cargo volume capacity. Consists of one

(M101A2 and M101A3)

front rack assembly, two side rack assemblies, and a

two-section tailgate assembly. Earlier-model rack

assemblies are wooden. Newer-model rack assemblies

are made of composite material.

Tailgate Assembly

Opens outward from center for ease in loading and

(M101A2 and M101A3)

unloading cargo. This two-section hinged tailgate

assembly is a component of the rack assembly. Earlier-

model tailgate assemblies are wooden. Newer-model

tailgate assemblies are made of composite material.

Tailgate (M101 A2 and M101 A3)

Swings down for ease in loading and unloading cargo.

This one-piece tailgate is secured in position by two

chain and pin assemblies.

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