Business DEX (LOGSA009):— transportability Date: 2010/12/23 19:41:03
Revision: 1.20

Terms

For the purposes of this specification, the following terms apply:

alternate_logistics_support_analysis_control_number_code
A code used to allow documentation of multiple models of a system/equipment, or alternate design considerations of an item, using the same LCN breakdown.
NOTE:
container_length
The smallest standard container, in feet, that can be used to transport the system/equipment.
container_type
The designation of the standard container used to transport the system/equipment, e.g., ANSI/ISO, European.
crest_angle
The angle in degrees at which a wheeled vehicle can approach, negotiate, and depart a ramp 15-feet long connecting two horizontal surfaces.
delivery_schedule
A code that indicates if the transportation by fiscal year is needed.

Code

Description

Y

Required

N

Not required

Table — Delivery Schedule

end_item_acronym_code
A code that uniquely identifies the system/equipment end item. This code will be assigned by the requiring authority. It will remain constant throughout the item’s life cycle (e.g., TOW, PATRIOT, Tomahawk, Sparrow, and ALCM).
environmental_handling_and_transportation_indicator
A code that indicates if an item will require special consideration to meet all environmental packaging, handling, storage, and transportation requirements.

Code

Description

Y

Special consideration required

N

No special consideration required

Table — Environmental Handling and Transportation Indicator

external_or_internal_load_indicator
A code that indicates how the aircraft/helicopter will transport the system/equipment.

Code

Description

A

External

B

Internal

C

Both external and internal

Table — External or Internal Load Indicator

first_quarter_procurement_quantity
The number of systems/equipment being procured.
fourth_quarter_procurement_quantity
See first_quarter_procurement_quantity
freight_classification
The recommended freight classification of the item corresponding to the particular mode of transportation that will be used to transport the item.
helicopter_mission_altitude
Mission requirement indicating maximum measurement. The highest altitude in feet above sea level.
helicopter_mission_distance
Mission requirement indicating maximum measurement. The longest distance in nautical miles.
helicopter_mission_payload
Mission requirement indicating maximum measurement. The heaviest payload in pounds
helicopter_mission_temperature
Mission requirement indicating maximum measurement. The coldest temperature in degrees Farenheit.
helicopter_mission_time
Mission requirement indicating maximum measurement. The longest time in hours.
highway_alternate_model_load
The payload capacity of the transporter (truck, trailer, etc.)

Code

Description

A

Less than 5-ton payload capacity

B

5-ton to 10-ton payload capacity

C

Greater than 10-ton payload capacity

Table — Highway Alternate Model Load

highway_alternate_model_type
The model type and number of the transporter.
highway_prime_model_load
See highway_alternate_model_load
highway_prime_model_type
The model type and number of the transporter.
length_front_inside
The distance from the inside of the innermost front tire to the inside of the opposite front innermost tire.
length_front_outside
The distance from the outside of the outermost front tire to the outside of the opposite front outermost tire.
length_rear_inside
The distance from the inside of the innermost rear tire to the inside of the opposite rear innermost tire.
length_rear_outside
The distance from the outside of the outermost rear tire to the outside of the opposite rear outermost tire.
logistics_support_analysis_control_number
A code that represents a functional or hardware generation breakdown/disassembly sequence of system/equipment hardware including SE, training equipment, and installation (connecting) hardware. For additional information on assignment of LCN, refer to the GEIA-HB-0007.
military_load_classification_empty
Identification of the military load classification number (for military bridges). The classification number empty is against the operational weight empty. The classification number loaded is against the operational weight loaded.
military_load_classification_loaded
See military_load_classification_empty
military_unit_type
The specific types of military units that will use or transport the system/equipment.
mobility_type
A code that indicates the system/equipment type of mobility.

Code

Description

A

Skid

B

Tracked

C

Wheeled

Table — Mobility Type

net_explosive_weight
The net explosive weight, in pounds per package or per pallet, of the item for all Department of Transportation class A or B explosives. The net explosive weight for class C explosives is required for items shipped to Hawaii, Italy, and United Kingdom.
nonoperational_fragility_factor
The maximum force acceleration or deceleration, expressed in units of gravity (Gs) that can be applied to an item in its non-operating state without causing physical damage or change in its operational characteristics. The non-operational fragility factor should only be completed for an item that has been determined, or assumed to have a non-operational fragility tolerance of less than 40 Gs.
number_of_skids
The total number of skids of the system/equipment that is being transported.
operational_weight_empty
The operational weight in tons of the system/equipment (empty and loaded) being transported.
operational_weight_loaded
See operational_weight_empty
proper_shipping_name
The proper shipping name of the item to be transported, if this item is categorized as a hazardous material (e.g., CFR 49, UNTDF).
rail_transportation_country
The foreign country or countries where rail transportation is required.
rail_use
A code indicating the type of rail use applicable to transport the system/equipment.

Code

Type of Rail

C

Continental United States (CONUS) only

G

Gabaret International De Chargement (GIC) Europe

A

Envelope A (Europe)

B

Envelope B (Europe)

U

AAR Diagram (North America)

N

Rail transportation not required

Table — Rail Use

revision_date
The date of an event, expressed as the last two positions of the year, month and day of the event, e.g., YYMMDD.
sea_deck_stowage
A code indicating if the deck stowage is permissible.

Code

Description

Y

Yes

N

No

Table — Sea Deck Stowage

second_quarter_procurement_quantity
See first_quarter_procurement_quantity
sectionalized_identification
A counter applied to each sectionalized portion of the system/equipment for transportation. The same number may be applied to different LCNs if the LCNs are grouped together for transport. A unique counter is applied against each separately sectionalized grouping of the system/equipment.
shipping_configuration
A code that identifies the shipping configuration of the item being reported. Frequently used codes are as follows:

Code

Shipping Configuration

CB

Carboy

CM

Container, MAC ISO lightweight 8 x 8 x 20 ft. air

CN

Can

CR

Crate

CS

Case

CT

Carton

CU

Container, Navy cargo transporter

CY

Cylinder

DR

Drum

EC

Engine container

ED

Engine cradle or dolly

KE

Keg

LS

Loose, not packaged

MW

Multi-walled container secured to a warehouse pallet

MX

Mixed (more than one type of shipping container)

PT

Palletized unit load

RL

Reel

RT

Roll on, roll off

SB

Skid, box

SD

Skid

VE

Vehicle

VO

Vehicle in operating condition VO

Table — Shipping Configuration

shipping_weight_empty
The shipping weight in tons of the system/equipment (empty and loaded) being transported.
shipping_weight_loaded
See shipping_weight_empty
skid_area
A numeric value describing the size of the skid of the transported item in units contained in the associated UM.
speed
The maximum speed of the system/equipment in miles per hour.
theater_of_operation
The theater of operation for the system/equipment.

Code

Theater of Operation

P

Pacific

A

Atlantic

E

European

S

Southern

C

Central

Table — Theater of Operation

third_quarter_procurement_quantity
See first_quarter_procurement_quantity
towing_speed
The maximum towing speed of the system/equipment in miles per hour.
tracked_ground_pressure
Specify the ground pressure created by the heaviest pad (pounds per square inch).
tracked_pad_shoe_area
A numeric value describing the size of the tracked shoe pad actually in contact with the ground of the transported item in units contained in the associated UM.
tracked_pads_touching
The number of tracked shoe pads actually in contact with the ground.
tracked_road_wheel_weight
the weight in pounds supported by the road wheel of the tracked item.
transport_fiscal_year
The period beginning October l of one calendar year and ending on September 30 of the following calendar year. The fiscal year is designated by the calendar year in which it ends.
transportation_character_mode_type
A code that describes how the system/equipment can be transported.

Code

Transporter

A

Air

B

Helicopter

C

Highway

D

Lighterage

E

Rail

F

Ship

Table — Transportation Character Mode Type

transportation_character_number
A code that identifies each different way that a system/equipment can be transported. This is a numeric character assigned in sequence.
transportation_contract_number
The unique number assigned to the contract in question, by which it can be specifically identified.
transportation_disaster_response_force_narrative
Describes in detail all disaster response force requirements for a transportation disaster encountered while transporting the item (e.g., security, firefighting, medical). For this element to be used, a (Y) must be entered into the Environmental Handling and Transportation Indicator entity JA.
transportation_environmental_considerations_narrative
A description of any special environmental/hazardous considerations required for the transportation of the system/equipment under analysis. This element contains a narrative description identifying any special environmental considerations when an item is being transported or being designed for transportation. For each item classified as a hazardous material state the class of hazardous material as specified in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, parts 100-179, Transportation; AFR 71-4, Preparing Hazardous Materials for Military Air Shipments; International Maritime Good Code; or, International Civil Dangerous Goods by Air. Also state which of these documents were used to acquire the code(s). For this element to be used, a (Y) must be entered into the Environmental Handling and Transportation Indicator entity JA.
transportation_indicator
A code that signifies whether the shipping modes for the item or the transport end items itself is being analyzed.

Code

Transporter

S

Shipping Modes

E

Transported End Item

B

Both Shipping Modes and Transported End Item

Table — Transportation Indicator

transportation_item_designator
A part of nomenclature that provides a method for identifying equipment, usually by broad performance and use characteristics and general configuration. It is a data chain consisting of all or part of the data elements type, model, and series designators, in that order. A suffix may be added for use with the Joint Electronics Type Designation System. Instructions for coding the type, model, and series designators consist of the following subfields: A broad categorization of equipment based upon function or use Identifies equipment within a particular type designator having essentially the same performance characteristics. Identifies equipment within a particular model designator having the same basic design, but not necessarily the same configuration. Supplemental information used with type, model, and series designators for items using the Joint Electronics Type Designation System. Instructions for coding suffix designator can be found in the following publications:
MIL-HDBK-1812
MIL-STD-196E.
transportation_lifting_and_tiedown_remarks_narrative
Identifies the number, location, and strength (rated, yield, and ultimate) of the lifting provisions and tiedown remarks for the system/equipment under analysis. Identified are the locations of hard point lifting provisions provided for aerial recovery. States if the lifting provisions meet criteria of MIL-STD-209K and interface with all aerial recovery and sling components.
transportation_military_distance_classification_narrative
Describes the military quantity distance class and storage compatibility groups (Military Distance Classification) for the item being transported. Reference AFR 71-4, Preparing Hazardous Materials for Military Air Shipments, for instructions. For this element to be used, a (Y) must be entered into the Environmental Handling and Transportation Indicator entity JA.
transportation_projection_remarks_narrative
States the dimensions and locations of any significant projections of the system under analysis. This contains a narrative explanation of the projection points of the item to be transported.
transportation_regulatory_requirements_narrative
Describes data to show compliance with regulatory requirements (Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations).
transportation_remarks_narrative
A narrative field for transportation remarks that may include towing, self-propelled, handling, and air dropped information, plus any transportation information not captured in other data elements or other narrative fields.
transportation_sectionalized_remarks_narrative
A description of the sectionalization information for each section that is being transported. Narrative information about whether the item can be sectionalized, folded, or reduced for transport, including the following for each component or subassembly; the time required to disassemble at departure site and reassemble at destination site (man-hours and elapsed time) and special equipment or tools required for sectionalization (e.g., cranes, forklifts, wrecker trucks, pallets, nitrogen, calibration equipment, fixtures, etc.). Note: if a task code is assigned to this operation, then these requirements should be referenced using the appropriate LCN, ALC, and task code.
transportation_shock_vibration_remarks_narrative
A description of the fragility, shock, and vibration considerations required for the system/equipment under analysis (e.g., MIL-STD-810F rail impact test, drop test).
transportation_special_service_and_equipment_narrative
A description of any information concerning the requirements for special services and equipment (railcars, highway vehicles, or materiel handling equipment such as spreader bars or slings) when required for the system under analysis.
transportation_transport_to_and_from_narrative
Describes from where the item is transported and to where the item is transported.
transportation_unusual_and_special_requirements_narrative
Describes any unusual item transportation characteristics (e.g., temperature limits, humidity limits, escorts required, etc.). Identification of any unusual item characteristics to be considered for transportation and packaging purposes. Some of these considerations are: temperature limits; pressure limits; electrical sources required during transit; humidity control required; escorts required; etc. For this entity to be used, a (Y) must be entered into the Environmental Handling and Transportation Indicator entity JA.
transportation_venting_and_protective_clothing_narrative
Describes the venting and protective clothing requirements necessary for the transportation of the item. For this element to be used, a (Y) must be entered into the Environmental Handling and Transportation Indicator entity JA.
transported_configuration_number
A code that differentiates each mobility type. This is a sequentially assigned number beginning with 1 through 99.
transported_end_item_skid_remarks_narrative
Describes any pertinent information pertaining to skid areas for the system under analysis.
transported_end_item_transported_other_equipment_narrative
Captures all other information pertaining to an item that is being transported that is not tracked, wheeled, or skid mounted.
transported_end_item_turning_information_narrative
Describes the tracked/wheeled turning diameter that will include wall-to-wall, curb-to-curb. For wheeled vehicles only, in narrative format, the 90 degree and 180 degree turning radius in both wall-to-wall and curb-to-curb will be described.
transported_end_item_wheeled_axle_and_suspension_remarks_narrative
Describes any information pertaining to the axle and suspension system of the item under analysis. The load ratings for each suspension and the axle loads for each axle for both an empty and loaded vehicle. This may apply to both tracked and wheeled vehicles.
transported_end_item_wheeled_tire_requirements_narrative
Identifies any pertinent information pertaining to the tires for the system under analysis and is a narrative description of the tire requirements. This may apply to both tracked and wheeled vehicles.
wheeled_inflation_pressure
The inflation pressure of the tire. This may apply to both tracked and wheeled vehicles.
wheeled_number_of_plies
The number of plies of the tire. This may apply to both tracked and wheeled vehicles.
wheeled_number_tires
The number of tires for the vehicle. This may apply to both tracked and wheeled vehicles.
wheeled_tire_load_ratings
The load ratings of the tire. This may apply to both tracked and wheeled vehicles.
wheeled_tire_size
The size of the tire. This may apply to both tracked and wheeled vehicles.
wheeled_weight_ratings
The weight ratings of the tire. This may apply to both tracked and wheeled vehicles.

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