The adapter is used in sets of four to support a
single weapon, and 10-inch diameter and larger
weapons/stores during handling and transport on the
MHU-191/M munitions transports. The adapter
attaches to the AERO-58A, ADU-483/E, and
ADU-397/E Skid and cradle adapters.
The ADU-496A/E is used to support the AGM-88
HARM missile and 10-inch diameter and larger stores.
AERO 91A BRACKET ADAPTER.—The Aero
91A bracket adapter (fig. 9-34) consists of an arm
weldment, two sleeve weldments, connecting pins,
hooks, T bolts, and clamp weldments. You can adjust
the bracket to hold loads varying between 28 and 40
inches in width.
The Aero 91A bracket adapter is attached to the
Aero 58A skid adapters to convert the MHU-191/M
munitions transporter into a flatbed vehicle capable of
handling weapon pallets, cradles, and containers. Two
bracket adapters are required for each skid. A set of two
Aero 91A bracket adapters has an SWL of 4,000
pounds.
AERO 71A SKID ADAPTER.—The Aero 71A
skid adapter (fig. 9-35) consists of a welded aluminum
angle frame, sheet aluminum deck, and steel tube
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Figure 9-34.—Aero 91A bracket adapter mounted to Aero 58A skid adapters/MHU-191/M munitions transporter.
Figure 9-35.—Aero 71A skid adapter mounted to Aero 58A skid MHU-191/M munitions transporter.
