MIL-PRF-32675A-002.pdf

INCH-POUND

MIL-PRF-32675A

13 February 2023

SUPERSEDING

MIL-PRF-32675

EXPANDABLE/NON-EXPANDABLE VARIANT

This specification is approved for use by all Departments and Agencies of the

AMSC N/A FSC: 5411

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1. SCOPE

1.1. Scope. This specification covers the design, performance, environmental, and safety

1.2.1. Sizes. The sizes of shelters within the Expandable/Non-Expandable variant are as follows:

Size I – 20-foot long (commonly known as a 20-foot ISO)

Size II – 10-foot long (commonly known as a BICON)

Size III – 6.6-foot long (commonly known as a TRICON)

1.2.2. Types. The types of shelters within the Expandable/Non-Expandable variant are as

Type C – Two-side expandable

1.2.3. Classes. Unique classes of shelters within the Expandable/Non-Expandable variant are as

follows (shelters not designated with a class can be assumed to be of standard design and

performance):

Class B – Basic

Class C – Chemical and biological (CB) hardened class

2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1. General. The documents listed in this section are specified in sections 3 and 4 of this

specification. This section does not include documents in other sections of this specification or

recommended for additional information or as examples. While every effort has been made to

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ensure the completeness of this list, document users are cautioned that they must meet all

specified requirements documents cited in sections 3 and 4 of this specification, whether or not

they are listed.

Drawing, Tent, Extendable, Modular, Personnel (TEMPER),

Interface Control Drawing

(Copies of this document are available through Product Manager Force Sustainment Systems,

ATTN: SFAE-CSS-E2-F, U.S. Army Natick Soldier Systems Center, Natick, MA 01760.)

ECBC-TR-849 – Test Standard for Wind-Driven Challenge Testing of Pressurized

Collective Protection Systems

(Copies of this document are available online at https://www.us.army.mil or

https://www.train.army.mil.)

MIL-DTL-22992 – Detail Specification, Connectors, Plugs and Receptacles,

Electrical, Waterproof, Quick Disconnect, Heavy Duty Type

MIL-DTL-53039 – Detail Specification, Coating, Aliphatic Polyurethane, Single

Component, Chemical Agent Resistant

MIL-STD-810 – Test Method Standard for Environmental Engineering

Considerations and Laboratory Tests

MIL-STD-913 – Design Criteria Standard, Requirements for the Certification of

Sling Loaded Military Equipment for External Transportation by

Department of Defense Helicopters

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MIL-STD-1366 – Interface Standard for Transportability Criteria

A-A-59166 – Coating Compound, Nonslip (for Walkways)

STANAG 2413 – Demountable Load Carrying Platforms (DLCP/Flatracks)

(Copies of these documents are available online at https://quicksearch.dla.mil.)

2.3. Non-government documents. The following documents form a part of this document to the

extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of these documents are those cited

in the solicitation or contract.

ASTM E1851 – Standard Test Method for Electromagnetic Shielding Effectiveness

of Durable Rigid Wall Relocatable Structures

(Copies of these documents are available online at https://www.astm.org.)

ISO 668 – Series 1 Freight Containers – Classification, Dimensions, and

Ratings

ISO 1496-1 – Series 1 Freight Containers – Specification and Testing – Part 1:

General Cargo Containers for General Purposes

(Copies of this document are available online at https://www.nfpa.org.)

SAE-AMS-STD-595 – Colors Used in Government Procurement

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(Copies of this document are available online at https://www.sae.org.)

2.4. Order of precedence. Unless otherwise noted herein or in the contract, in the event of a

3.1. First article. When specified (see section 6.2), the shelter shall be subjected to first article

inspection in accordance with section 4.2.

3.2. Materials. Materials and construction methods are the choice and responsibility of the

contractor and shall be capable of meeting all of the requirements specified herein. Materials

and design shall be such to minimize the effects of galvanic corrosion.

3.2.1. Recycled, recovered, environmentally preferable, or biobased materials. Recycled,

recovered, environmentally preferable, or biobased materials should be used to the maximum

extent possible, provided that the material meets or exceeds the operation and maintenance

and any internal specifications. Continual improvement shall also be a constant focus of the

manufacturing practices. Materials shall be produced and integrated to extend durability and

provide consistency of appearance throughout the product’s life. All components to be

assembled shall be thoroughly cleaned of all foreign matter. In any case of material, process, or

equipment change desired to be made by the contractor, the written consent of the Government

shall be obtained before making the change. Additional testing may be required prior to

implementation of the change to verify product performance.

3.4. Design requirements. The shelter shall be of suitable form, fit, and function for a wide range

of military and non-military applications and shall be designed for maximum sustainability. As

designation. In the case of a Size II shelter, the exterior dimensions of two such shelters coupled

together end-to-end shall be in accordance with the requirements for the 1C ISO designation. In

the case of a Size III shelter, the exterior dimensions of three such shelters coupled together end-

to-end shall be in accordance with the requirements for the 1C ISO designation.