TM 5-3805-280-24-1
Diagnostic Information
MEASURE TRACK CHAIN PITCH
SPECIFICATIONS
Track Chain Pitch
762.0 mm (30.00 in.) new
Track Chain Pitch
780.0 mm (30.71 in.)
maximum used
SERVICE EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS
JT05520a Metric Tape Measure
a
Tools are available in a kit such as the JT05518A or JT05523
Undercarriage Inspection Service Tool Kit.
Maximum used is the maximum allowable wear for turning
pins and bushings.
1. Remove slack by putting a wooden block between
sprocket and chain; then slowly move machine in
reverse to tighten chain.
2. Measure pitch across several four-link sections as
shown, except section on either side of master pin, to
9020
find average chain wear. Use a tape measure such as
15
the JT05520 Metric Tape from JT05518A or JT05523
5
Undercarriage Inspection Service Tool Kit.
Track Chain--Specification
Pitch................................................................... 762.0 mm (30.00 in.) new
Pitch.......................................................................... 780.0 mm (30.71 in.)
maximum used
NOTE: See Undercarriage Appraisal Manual SP326 for
additional information.
CED,OUOE003,617
1929MAY981/1
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