1. Vehicle Characteristics/Pre-Checks/ Driving/Winching
Introduction
Vehicle Characteristics/Pre-Checks/ Driving/Winching
Vehicle Characteristics/Safety/Warnings and Cautions

2. MaxxPro Features Length 240" to 264" Width 99" Height 115" Wheel Base
Ground Clearance (Center of Vehicle)
16.5"
Ground Clearance (Differential Clearance)
14.4"
Angle of Approach
58°
Angle of Departure
46° to 48°
Gradeability
70% low range
Side Slope
30%
Mass Tare (GVM)
27,850 to 29,850 lbs.
Payload
3,650 to 11,150 lbs.
GVWR
31,500 to 39,000 lbs.
Seating
2-man crew plus 4 to 10 passengers
Configuration
4x4
Turning Circle
50' to 58'
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3. MaxxPro Features – Cont
MaxxPro Capabilities
Fuel capacity is 70 gallons
372 miles per tank = 5.2 MPG
330 HP Diesel engine
Run flat capability at 30 mph on a hard road for 30 miles
Can be flat-towed by like vehicle
Crew compartment sealed for NBC with proper ventilation to evacuate potential fumes
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4. MaxxPro Features – Cont
Operates in all climatic and environmental conditions
Ford water up to 36 inches at speeds up to 5 mph without damage or without requiring maintenance before operation can continue
Operates in temperatures from -25° F to 125° F without use of cold weather kit
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5. MaxxPro Features
Vehicle is designed to carry 6 personnel, including the driver
Vehicle can support combat operations in urban environments and other restricted/confined spaces
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6. MaxxPro Features – Cont
Self-recovery winch
Individual side facing rear seats
Energy absorbing seats for blast protection
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7. MaxxPro Features – Cont
Front and rear tow points
Air brakes system
Gauges and indicators for driver
Transparent armor windows
Gross vehicle weight 37,000 lbs
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8. MaxxPro Features – Cont
REAR RAMP DOOR
Ramp control is located on the dash labeled ramp switch.
Be aware of personnel and surrounding before lowering ramp.
Ramp is hydraulically driven and comes down very fast.

9. MaxxPro Features
PRE- OPERATION CHECKS

10. MaxxPro Features – Pre check
General Vehicle Walk.
Walk around the vehicle looking for obvious leaks.
Check for any damage.
Look for anything out of the norm.
Tires (All).
Check tread depth, tire inflation and even wear.
Check tires for cuts, gouges, cracks, or other damage.

11. MaxxPro Features – Pre Check
Engine Oil Level.
With engine off, pull dipstick out and wipe clean rag.
Re-insert dipstick to fully seat and pull back out.
Oil level should be between the Full and Add hash marks.
DO NOT OVERFILL.

12. MaxxPro Features
STARTING AND DRIVING

13. MaxxPro Features – Driving
Ensure Master power is on. Toggle switch being in the “down” position.

14. MaxxPro Features – Driving
Air Pressure.
Air pressure should be above 70 psi.
Once air pressure is above 70 psi, push in the YELLOW park break knob.
Only press the RED trailer knob if towing a vehicle that uses air brakes.
Air Pressure.
Low pressure indicator should not sound while in operation.
Air pressure should be above 70 psi.

15. MaxxPro Features – Cont
With the brake pedal pressed down push and hold the “D” drive button.
When putting vehicle in park, press the “N” neutral button before pulling the yellow park brake knob.

16. MaxxPro Features – Driving
Flat Tire
The MaxxPro Plus is equipped with run flat tires that can be used when tire pressure is lower than the recommended range, at a speed no greater than 30 mph for 30 miles.

17. MaxxPro Features
WINCHING

18. Winching Procedures
The MaxxPro Plus has a front-mounted, deployable self-recovery winch that is capable of pulling itself or an object like a door, barricade, or vehicles with same gross vehicle weight (GVW) out of a hole, mud, or other immobilized situation.

19. Winching Procedures Paying Out Cable
Locate an anchor point suitable to the load.
Rotate the clutch lever (1) to enable free-spooling of the winch drum.
Pull out or “pay out” enough of the wire rope to reach the anchor point. When using Snatch block, pay out enough cable to reach back to truck 1

20. Winching Procedures B A B Connecting Control Unit
Connect remote control unit (A) to remote connector (B). A B B

21. MaxxPro Safety Considerations
Roof Hatches
Must be open and closed while sitting still
Rear Gate Open/Close
Check rear camera and door area for clear area
Ensure area is clear and announce “CLEAR!”
Side doors
Air assist, keep hands, feet, and fingers clear
Close hard and latch inside to ensure doors don’t open while turning
Backing Operations
Use a ground guide, unless it is an emergency
Use backup camera if needed, it is equipped with a microphone

22. MaxxPro Features – Cont
QUESTIONS?