TM 5-3895-382-10
Maintenance Section
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Tire Inflation Information
Tire Inflation Information
Use a self-attaching inflation chuck and stand
behind the tread when inflating a tire, to prevent
possible personal injury.
NOTICE
Set the tire inflation equipment regulator at no
more than 138 kPa (20 psi) over the recommended
tire pressure.
Tire Shipping Pressure
The tire inflation pressures shown in the following chart
are cold inflation shipping pressures.
Shipping Pressure
Size
Ply Rating
kPa
psi
All Models
14.9 x 24
6 Ply
138
20
The operating inflation pressure is based on the weight
of a ready-to-work machine without attachments, at
rated payload, and in average operating conditions.
Pressures for each application may vary and should
always be obtained from your tire supplier.
Tire Inflation Pressures Adjustment
A tire inflation in a warm shop area, 18°C to 21°C
(65°F to 70°F), will be under inflated if the machine
works in freezing temperatures. Low pressure shortens
the life of a tire.
When operating in freezing temperatures, consult the
Operation and Maintenance Manual for Cold Weather
Recommendations, SEBU5898, for adjusted inflation
pressures.
Tire Operating Pressures
For normal operating conditions, inflate the tires to:
All models 138 kPa (20 psi)
