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Reel Handler/Transporter
System Requirements
Prepared by:
Robert Cutler
Code 159
[email protected]
Sensors and SONAR Systems Department
Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport
1176 Howell St.
Newport, RI 02841
Revision 5

17 September 2026

DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

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1. Physical Characteristics

a. Overall space envelope not to exceed 8ft 6in (width) by 9ft 6in (height) by 16ft (length) b. Shall conform to National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHSTA) standards. Also to include:
i. Suspension system capable of supporting specified Gross Trailer Weight at highway speed; design to be Approved by the Buyer
ii. Electric brake mechanism to be included at each wheel, sufficiently sized for the Gross Trailer Weight specified.
iii. Safety chains and brake disconnect to be incorporated. iv. Brake and signal lights to be recessed and/or otherwise protected from damage via operation/ foot traffic. Tow vehicle electrical interface to consist of a 7-pin traditional trailer side plug.
c. Design to include commercially available provisions (pintle, 2 5/16 ball hitch or similar) for towing via truck.
d. The tow vehicle shall not be required for operation of the system, nor shall it be expected to resist forces resulting from operations within the limits specified herein. e. Handler shall include a 4-wheel design; the axle located forward, from the perspective of the direction of travel, shall have a provision to be steered when unit is used offhighway. The steering function shall be able to be secured into fixed position to accommodate transportation of the unit over the public roadways. The rear axle shall have a fixed wheel orientation.
f. Shall be capable of carrying a 7,000lb load, not to exceed a Gross Trailer Weight of 12,000lbs.
g. Lifting features rated for overhead lifting of the unit while loaded to maximum capacity to be included. These features shall account for the unit’s center of gravity and allow for stable, controlled hoisting. If required, lifting fixtures and strapping to be included with the design of handler to alleviate interference with sub-components. h. Unit to incorporate a 4-point leveling feature which will have the capability to level the unit when positioned on a 10% grade in both roll and pitch directions. Control of this feature shall be accommodated at a common location on the handler. Indicators shall