The Bradley Fighting Vehicle System (BFVS) Infantry, M2, M2A1, and M2A2 Cavalry, M3, M3A1, and M3A2, provides fire support, maneuver, and reconnaissance on the battlefield.
This manual provides detailed guidance for transporting Bradley Fighting Vehicles (BFVS) across all major transport modes. It covers safety procedures, vehicle preparation, loading, and tiedown methods for M2, M2A1, M2A2, M3, M3A1, and M3A2 variants. The document includes specific weight considerations, safety warnings, and references to related Army publications for comprehensive transport planning.
The manual is intended for transportation officers and personnel responsible for moving BFVS worldwide, with emphasis on securing vehicles to prevent damage or injury during transit. It also includes appendices for aircraft transport, railcar selection, and chain tiedown calculations.
All tiedown configurations are based on a 75,000-pound gross vehicle weight.
The BFVS weight varies from 50,000 pounds to 75,000 pounds.
Smoking is prohibited within 50 feet of a refueling area.