ARMY TM 10-1670-271-23&P
AIR FORCE TO 14D1-2-464-2
MARINE CORPS TM 01136B-23&P/1
e. Riser Assembly. (Figure 1-6.) Each of the two riser assemblies is constructed of a of type XIII nylon
webbing with the male canopy release fitting permanently attached in the center. The finished risers are 30
inches long. The two ends of each riser are looped for attachment to suspension line connector links.
Figure 1-6. T-10B Parachute Riser Assembly.
1-8. Equipment Data. The following listing summarizes the specific capabilities and limitations of the
equipment and other critical data needed by the unit and intermediate (DS) maintenance personnel for
maintenance of the T-10B Troop Back Parachute Assembly.
a. Weight (packed for airdrop)..........................................
31 lbs (approx)
b. Canopy Assembly
Shape......................................................................
Parabolic
Diameter (nominal) ..................................................
35 feet
Diameter of skirt ......................................................
24.5 feet
No. of gores.............................................................
30
No. of sections per gore...........................................
4 or 5
Gore material...........................................................
1.1 oz. type I ripstop nylon parachute cloth
No of radial tapes.....................................................
30
Radial tape material.................................................
9/16-in. type I nylon webbing
No of vent lines........................................................
15
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