PROGRAM STATUS: The TLB is in full scale development with DT II scheduled to start in the 1st quarter FY-87. DESCRIPTION: SIXCONS provide the capability to store and transport up to 900 gallons of liquid in a single module. The SIXCON pump module provides the capability to pump fuel or water from SIXCON storage modules at a rate of 125 gallons per minute. Each module has forklift tineways on all sides and can be helolifted or transported on trucks or containerships. With the advent Both of these modules comes a greatly increased capability and flexibility. fuel and water can be transported to forward elements of a MAGTF in variable quantities by the most effective means available on land or by air. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? fill the void left The SIXCON modules were designed and are expected to by the reduction in specialized tankers (M49/M50). The SIXCONS can be used individually or in combination of up to six modules (5 storage and 1 pump). They can be connected so that six modules form an 8' X 8' x 20' container. PROGRAM STATUS: The first contract award was in 1985. Water storage modules are loaded on MPS. The first fielding is expected in July 1987, once provi sioning is complete. DESCRIPTION: The HMMWV is a multipurpose 5/4-ton high mobility vehicle that is equipped with 4-wheel drive. There are six HMMWV variants: the TOW carrier, augment carrier, cargo/troop carrier, two-litter ambulance, four-litter ambulance and the shelter carrier. It has a common chassis, a diesel engine, and automatic transmission. PROCUREMENT PROFILE: PRIOR FY-87 FY-88 FY-89 FY-90 FY-91 FY-92 280 192 15,339 743 136 WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? The and combat support units. HMMWV is the primary tactical vehicle for combat Its primary functions are troop and weapon transport support, weapons platform, reconnaissance, fire support, medical evacuation, and command, control and communication applications. This vehicle will have a 5/4-ton capacity and will replace all current 1/4-, 1/2-, 3/4-, and 5/4-ton trucks and 1/4-ton trailers. The common engine chassis and automatic transmission will reduce the logistic burden and standardize operational/maintenance requirements. PROGRAM STATUS: IOC was attained in July 1986. The replacement program for the initial vehicles will begin in FY-91 using an Army contract. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? To successfully counter predicted threats, the Marine Corps must be capable of rapid response, organized and tailored to general or specific mission needs. The success of combat operations at any level of intensity is directly dependent upon the degree of efficiency and effectiveness of the operational logistic support provided. The ability to communicate, maneuver and coordinate/direct fire can only be assured if the sophisticated weapons and equipment employed by the FMF receive timely and efficient maintenance support. A major consideration in this area is the availability of adequate facilities for maintenance of electronic systems and components. Facilities are required which provide working space, internal appointments, environmental conditioning, and protection for the complete range of activities required for electronic maintenance. The mounted EMC is depicted in the bottom picture. PROGRAM STATUS: IOC for EMC is scheduled for FY-89. jects a total of 1,050 EMC suites. MANUFACTURER/DEVELOPER: The Marine Corps pro Gichner Mobile Systems/Marine Corps MARINE CORPS AUTOMATED TEST EQUIPMENT SYSTEM (MCATES) DESCRIPTION: MCATES incorporates the necessary equipment, computer programs and associated documentation to enable automatic/semiautomatic testing and fault diagnosis of electronic assemblies and subassemblies. In addition, MCATES provides for Test Program Sets (TPSS) development, verification/validation testing, revision/update and management procedures. MCATES is comprised of two functional groups. The first group consists of the test head, instrument controller and associated General Purpose Electronic Test Equipment (GPETE), located at all intermediate level maintenance activities. The second group is the Test Program Set Development System (TPSDS), located at the Depot Maintenance Activity, MCLB, Albany, Georgia. The key elements in the second group are a central host computer, digital test program generator, TPS programming stations, documentation stations, configuration management stations, and verification/validation stations. PROCUREMENT PROFILE: PRIOR FY-87 FY-88 FY-89 FY-90 FY-91 FY-92 Quantity 24 34 113 25 WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? To successfully counter predicted threats, the Marine Corps must be capable of rapid response, organized and tailored to general or specific mission needs. The ability to communicate, maneuver, coordinate and direct fire on the enemy can only be assured if the sophisticated weapons and equipment employed by the FMF receive timely and efficient maintenance support. PROGRAM STATUS: A contract was awarded in August 1986 for the manufacture of programmable test sets. The Marine Corps will field the Analog Printed Test Set (APTS) in March 1987. IOC for MCATES hybrid test station is scheduled for FY-88. MANUFACTURER/DEVELOPER: Various/Marine Corps CHAPTER IV C4 AND INTELLIGENCE Part 1 Command, Control, Communications and Computer (C4) Systems Introduction This section outlines command, control, communications and computer (C4) systems intended to enhance the Marine Corps' capability to perform its assigned missions. The Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) has a unique c4 capability. MAGTFS are organized, equipped and trained under the concept of unity of command, providing the commander complete control over all elements of the MAGTF. The MAGTF is equipped with the capability to provide austere external communications links with the Naval Telecommunications System (NTS), Defense Communications System (DCS) and with adjacent U.S. or allied units. |