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TM 9-2320-356-BD
Section II.
STANDARDS AND PRACTICES
1-6. BDAR CHARACTERISTICS
BDAR capability requires simplicity, speed, and effectiveness. some BDAR
procedures include repair techniques that violate standard peacetime maintenance
practices.
In a combat emergency situation, greater risks are necessary and
acceptable.
1-7.
WAIVER OF PRECAUTIONS
Under combat conditions, BDAR may be performed on vehicles which are fueled and/or
armed.
Other similar precautions may be waived at the discretion of the
commander.
Refer to paragraph 1-11e.
1-8. SERVICEABILITY AND OPERABILITY (OPERATING CHRACTERISTICS)
As an example, the Minimum Functional Capability criteria for trucks are given
below.
NOTE
These criteria may be waived for recovery or if
the tactical situation demands otherwise.
a.
Vehicle must have operational wheels and tires on both sides of the truck.
b.
Drive train must be functional and must be capable of reverse and at least
one forward gear.
c.
Power train performance degradation cannot exceed that level which would
cause the truck to be incapable of traveling 15 miles per hour on a level,
unimproved road.
d.
Vehicle must be capable of braking/stopping from 15 mph.
e.
Vehicle steering system must be operational.
1-9.
PERMANENT REPAIR
At the earliest practicable opportunity, the vehicle will be recovered or evacuated
to the appropriate maintenance facility for permanent standard repair as required.
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