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CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION
Section I. GENERAL INFORMATION
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PURPOSE AND FUNCTION. The 5,000 barrel tank is a collapsible fabric container designed to store petroleum-
based fuels. The collapsible tank is intended for use as a fuel storage container when large capacity quick
storage facilities are needed, and where permanent fuel storage facilities are not available. It will store fuel that
is off loaded from shipping tankers and then dispense the fuel to support operations. The tank is primarily used
in quick-response deployment operations.
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CAPABILITIES. The tank has a capacity of 5,000 barrels or 210,000 gallons (794.94 kiloliters). The tank is
compatible with all standard military fuel storage and handling equipment. The tank can be quickly deployed on
flat ground with a minimum of surface preparation.
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PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS. The tank is composed of a single ply nylon cloth coated on both sides
with an elastomer. Five fittings are bonded into the tank for attaching one vent assembly, two filler/discharge
assemblies, and two drain assemblies. The tank and components are suitable for operational use at ambient
temperatures from plus 125°F (51.7°C) to minus 25°F (-31.7°C). The tank materials are designed to resist
exposure effects from extreme temperatures, rain, snow, ice, fungi growth and high humidity conditions. Access
to the inside of the tank can be made through either filler/discharge fitting. The tank is self-supporting and does
not require earth-embankment support.
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