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TM 10-8110-203-12&P
1-9. LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS.
Major components of the 500 gallon drum are shown in figure 1-2.
Figure 1-2. 500 Gallon Drum Major Components
a.
Drum Body. The drum body (1) is made of fuel resistant elastic material. The material is reinforced with fiber
cords. The body contains the liquid fuel and provides protection during transport and storage.
b.
Closure Plate. Two internal closure plates (2), one at each end of the drum interior, provide a seal for the drum
body. The plates are secured to external closure rings (3) by 21 screws (10). A threaded hole at the center of
each closure plate mates with a pipe nipple (7) which mounts a quick-disconnect adapter (8).
c.
Closure Ring. The closure rings (3) provide an external sealing surface for the drum body (1). They are secured
to the internal closure plate (2) with 21 cap screws (10).
d. Swivel Plate. Two swivel plates(4), one at each end of the drum, provide a means for handling, lifting, and
towing the drum. The ring mounts two shackles (5) on swivel plates(4). The ring is secured by the bearing plate
(6) and closure ring (3). The swivel plate (4) rotates freely when the drum is towed.
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