MIL-PRF-11264F
3.2 Drawings. In the event that contractor container drawings are required (see 6.2), the
drawing requirements shall be specified in the contract.
3.3 Characteristics.
3.3.1 Performance.
3.3.1.1 Stackability. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall safely
permit stacking of loaded containers to a height of 4900 millimeters (mm) (15.9 feet (ft)) with a
safety factor of 1.5. The containers shall exhibit top and bottom interfaces allowing a method to
interlock them to increase stacking stability (see 4.6.2.1).
3.3.1.2 Rough handling. (see 4.6.2.2).
3.3.1.2.1 Cornerwise-drop. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall
enable it to withstand a cornerwise-drop without damage to or shifting of its contents
(see 4.6.2.2.1).
3.3.1.2.2 Pendulum-impact. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall
enable it to withstand a pendulum-impact without damage to or shifting of its contents
(see 4.6.2.2.2).
3.3.1.2.3 Incline-impact. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall
enable it to withstand an incline-impact without damage to or shifting of its contents
(see 4.6.2.2.3).
3.3.1.2.4 Edgewise-drop. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall
enable it to withstand an edgewise-drop without damage to or shifting of its contents
(see 4.6.2.2.4).
3.3.1.2.5 Vibration. The container shall be constructed in a manner which shall enable it
to withstand vibration without damage to or shifting of its contents (see 4.6.2.2.5).
3.3.2 Physical characteristics. Containers shall be of minimum practicable size and
weight in conformance with the requirements specified herein. Sufficient clearance shall be
provided by the container to accommodate the shipping item without consequent damage subject
to the tests prescribed herein. Outside dimensions of Type I, II, and III containers shall not
exceed 3660 mm (144 inches (in.)) in length, 1220 mm (48 in.) in width, and 910 mm (36 in.) in
height.
3.3.2.1 Cover construction. All containers shall have removable covers. For Type IV
and V construction, the cover shall be an assembly consisting of the top and side panels.
Whereas, for Type I, II and III construction the cover shall not include the side panels (see 4.6.3).
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