CAPABILITIES AND FEATURES

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All models are capable of operation in temperatures from 25F (32C) to

125F (52C) and to 50F (45.6C) with Arctic kit installed.

While operating on Class I good roads, the M915 tractor can maintain a speed

of 55 mph (88.5 kph) on level roads and 25 mph (40.22 kph) while ascending a

3.9 percent grade.

The M916 tractor and M918 truck can maintain a speed of 55 mph (88.5 kph)

while operating on level Class I good roads.

All models can maintain a speed of 55 mph (88.5 kph) while operating on level

Class I good roads.

The M916 thru M920 can start and climb a 25 percent grade at GCWR in both

forward and reverse directions. The M915 can climb a 17 percent grade under

the same conditions. All models are capable of operating on side slopes up to

10 percent where adequate traction is available.

All models can ford water up to 20 inches (61 cm) deep for 5 minutes without

damage or requiring maintenance before operations can continue.

Average cruising ranges at GCWR with a full tank of fuel will vary based on

many conditions. On highway use under full power at 2100 rpm with 373 to

400 hp the fuel rate will be 20.5 to 21.4 gallons per hour. Varying loads,

prolonged idle such as using the power take off (PTO), off road driving and

climatic conditions will affect the rate of fuel consumption.

Minimum turning diameters, curb to curb, are listed below:

M915

53.5 feet (16.31 m)

M916

80.0 feet (24.4 m)

M917

89.5 feet (27.3 m)

M918

80.0 feet (24.4 m)

M919

89.5 feet (27.3 m)

M920

89.5 feet (27.3 m)

1-8. Performance Data.

Performance data for all models are listed in table 1-1.

1-9. Differences Between Models.

Major differences between models are identified in table 1-2.