The Palletized Load System: Just Another Truck?

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Abstract:

This monograph examines the Palletized Load System to determine if it will effectively support the transportation requirements of current and evolving doctrine. The PLS, a self loading and unloading truck and trailer system, will be fielded in the near future. This technology represents a significant investment in addressing shortfalls in ammunition distribution under the Maneuver Oriented Ammunition Distribution System MOADS. To assess the impact of the Palletized Load System on logisticians ability to support AirLand Battle doctrine and and the evolving AirLand operations doctrine, the monograph first traces historical and theoretical influences on the system. These include the evolution of truck technology, the impact of mechanized transport and mobility on doctrine, and the development of unit load devices and containerization. The monograph briefly addresses current transportation challenges, the design of the Palletized Load System, and its planned use.

Author(s):
Sulka, Daniel V.
Author Organization(s):
ARMY COMMAND AND GENERAL STAFF COLL FORT LEAVENWORTH KS SCHOOL OF ADVANCED MILITARY STUDIES
Descriptive Note:
Monograph rept.
Pagination:
0066

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Monitor Series:
USACGSC/SAMS
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.1.1_Maneuver to Engage; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_4.1_Deployment and Distribution; JCA_3.1.2_Maneuver to Insert; JCA_4_Logistics; JCA_4.7.2_Installation Services; JCA_4.7_Base and Installations Support; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1.1_Force Management; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_4.6.1_General Engineering; JCA_1.2.4_Doctrine; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_JCA_4.1.2_Sustain the Force; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_4.3_Maintain
Modernization Areas:
Microelectronics
Communities of Interest:
Ground and Sea Platforms
Descriptor(s):
*TRUCKS, *MILITARY TRANSPORTATION, REQUIREMENTS, MOBILITY, LOGISTICS SUPPORT, TRANSPORTATION, LAND WARFARE, INVESTMENTS, IMPACT, LOADING(HANDLING), MILITARY DOCTRINE, BATTLEFIELDS, DISTRIBUTION, MILITARY VEHICLES, TRANSPORT, OPERATION, AMMUNITION, CONTAINERS, TRAILERS, ADDRESSING, UNLOADING, AIR LAND BATTLES, MANEUVERS, BATTLES
Field(s)/Group(s):
Surface Transportation and Equipment, Logistics, Military Facilities and Supplies
Keyword(s):
*PALLETIZED LOAD SYSTEM, TECHNOLOGY, CONTAINERING
Report Date:
1991 Dec 19