A-A-52527B, COMMERCIAL ITEM DESCRIPTION: COLLAPSIBLE FLATRACK FOR MAINLINE PUMPS (02 OCT 2008)

A-A-52527B, COMMERCIAL ITEM DESCRIPTION: COLLAPSIBLE FLATRACK FOR MAINLINE PUMPS (02 OCT 2008)., This CID covers a 6.0 meter platform-based freight container (herein called �collapsible flatrack�) which is suitable for conveyance by road, rail, sea, and storage of military equipment. The flatrack shall be a platform-based container with folding end frames. End frames shall have structural connection (bracing) between the corner posts. End frames shall not have end walls between the corner posts. The collapsible flatrack shall be capable of carrying a payload of 22,000 kg [48,500 lbs]. The collapsible flatrack shall be 6058 millimeters long, 2438 millimeters wide and 2591 millimeters high. The container shall comply with all the applicable requirements of ISO 1496-5. All dimensions and tolerances shall be in accordance with ISO 668 for a type 1CC container. Fork lift pockets for handling the flatrack in the loaded condition shall be provided in accordance to ISO 1496-5. A second set of fork lift pockets may be provided for �empty handling only� and shall meet the requirements of ISO 1496-5.