ADU-514A/E Small Missile
Adapter
The ADU-514A/E small missile adapter (fig. 9-43)
is an aluminum weldment that consists of upper and
lower frames with support pads, two side blocks, and
buckle and strap. The adapter is used in pairs and
features a three-tier design. The missile support pads
are gel filled to provide contoured cradling of missiles
and weapons.
The ADU-514A/E small missile adapter is used on
a variety of weapon skids, transporters, and trailers for
transporting up to six each of the following missiles:
AIM-7 series, AIM-120 series, AMRAAM, AIM-9
series, and AGM-114B.
ADU-567/E Wing/Fin Guard
Adapter
The ADU-567/E adapter (fig. 9-44) consists of a
tube extension, pivot tube, two guards, main tube
Figure 9-43.—ADU514A/E small missile adapter.
Figure 9-44.—ADU-567/E wing/fin guard adapter.
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