TM 10-8340-240-12&P
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MODULAR GENERAL PURPOSE TENT SYSTEM (MGPTS)
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PREPARATION FOR MOVEMENT
(3) The folded Mid Section Fabric should be packed in the bag labeled "Mid Fabric
Module."
(4) The bag labeled "Mid Poles," should have the following contents stored in it:
2 Center Poles Assemblies
4 Side Pole Assemblies
8 - 36-inch wood stakes
12 - 12-inch polycarbonate stakes
g. Ensure that transport bags are in one location and ready for shipment or storage.
h. Storage of the MGPTS should be short, if not maintained. Items should be mission
readied for deployment within 24 hours. While in storage, maintenance records should
be kept.
Before placing the MGPTS in long term
storage, all problems should be fixed. All
Modification Work Orders (MWO’s) should
be incorporated.
i.
Storage Site Selection. Inside storage is preferred for items selected for long term
storage. If inside storage is not available; trucks, vans, and other containers may be
used.
IDENTIFICATION LABELS
a. Transport bags are labeled on outside of bag.
b. Labels show contents, loaded weight, and personnel lift requirements.
