MIL-T-45379 Tank, Combat, Full-Tracked, 105 Mm Gun, M60A3-TtsThis specification establishes the construction, performance and inspection requirements for M60A3 full-tracked combat tank equipped with a Tank Thermal Sight TTS.

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MIL-T-45379D(AT)

4.5.2 Acceptance tests (100 percent). Each vehicle presented for acceptance shall be subjected to the acceptance tests specified in table XIX. After the tests, the vehicle shall be examined for evidence of fuel or lubricant leakage or any other deficiencies.

4.5.3 Control tests. Control tests shall be conducted on the first vehicle off the production line, or one of the first 10 vehicles produced, and thereafter one per month or one vehicle per

100 produced. The vehicle shall be subjected to the control tests specified in table XIX at the

manufacturer's facility.

4.5.4 Comparison tests. The Government may select vehicles anytime during the contract production period and subject these vehicles to tests specified in table XIX to reveal deficiencies of manufacture or design that may reduce the effective operation of these items in the field and

to compare existing quality with previous standards. These tests shall be conducted over the

course specified in table XXI at Government laboratories or proving grounds designated by the contracting officer. Selection of vehicles shall be on a random basis. Comparison test vehicles shall be combat loaded with all BII stowed in their applicable spaces to conform to 3.3.8. Vehicles selected shall not include any vehicle previously tested for conformance to 4.5.3.

TABLE XXI. 2000 mile test combat loaded (Government proving ground).

Course

Mileage and speeds

Hard surface roads Gravel and dirt roads Level cross country Hilly cross country

200 miles at varying speeds up to maximum

500 miles at varying speeds up to maximum

650 miles at varying speeds up to maximum

4.5.5 Failure. Failure of any vehicle to pass any of the specified inspections shall be cause for the Government to refuse acceptance of the production quantity represented, until action taken by the contractor to correct defects and prevent recurrence has been approved by the Government.

4.6 Methods of inspection.

4.6.1 Materials. Conformance to 3.2 shall be determined by inspection of contractor records providing proof or certification that design, construction, processing, and materials conform to requirements. Applicable records shall include drawings, specifications, design data, receiving inspection records, processing and quality control standards, vendor catalogs and certifications, industry standards, test reports, and rating data.