TM 9-2320-361-10 1-15. DESIGNATIONS Vehicles covered in this manual are designated “2-1/2-ton, 6x6, M44A2 series trucks.” a. The “2-1\2-ton” refers to the maximum payload these vehicles can carry under the worst cross-country conditions. Under ideal highway conditions, these vehicles can safely carry up to twice this amount. b. The “6x6” means that each vehicle has six wheel ends and all six are capable of driving. c. The “M44A2” is a code number given to identify this series of vehicles. 1-16. CARGO TRUCK, WO/W AND W/W: M35A2 a. Purpose of the Vehicle. The M35A2 cargo truck is used to transport equipment, materials, and\or personnel. Since it has permanent steel-welded sides, it is the preferred vehicle for use in transporting bulky payloads that may shift during transit. The truck body provides 270 cubic feet (8 cubic meters) of cargo space. Side racks have built-in troop seats for troop transport operations. b. Special Iimitations. The M35A2 cargo truck is not suited for operations that require easy side access to cargo. An example of this is a ground-to-truck forklift operation. The M35A2C cargo truck with dropsides is preferred for such operations. CARGO TRUCK (M35A2) 1-7