MC1-1B/MC1-1E TROOP BACK PARACHUTE ASSEMBLY EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION AND DATA

TM 10-1670-272-23&P 0002 00 MC1-1B/MC1-1E TROOP BACK PARACHUTE ASSEMBLY EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION AND DATA 0002 00-1 EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES AND FEATURES A summary of the characteristics, capabilities and features of the equipment is contained in the following subparagraphs: Characteristics. Provides a capability to deliver an airborne soldier, and individual equipment, from an aircraft in flight, for a vertical assault on the enemy. Capabilities and Features: Limited in operation to winds of 13-knots at surface. Capable of supporting 360-pounds. Highly portable. Complete assembly weight: 29-pounds. Components of the system: Canopy assembly. Deployment bag. Pack tray. Harness assembly. Risers. Universal Static Line. LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS The following subparagraphs contain locations and descriptions of major components. Canopy. The MC1-1B/MC1-1E parachute canopy has a 3¾-inch mesh anti-inversion net attached to the skirt of the canopy. The net extends 18-inches below the canopy skirt. The canopy has two vent line centering loops and an orifice cut out to give forward movement for directional control. Canopy Orifice Lower Lateral Band Connector Link Anti-Inversion Net Suspension Lines Suspension Line Numbering Viewed From Connector Links (As Shown In Proper Layout)