What is Federal Supply Class 1398?

FSC 1398 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 1398) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Specialized Ammunition Handling and Servicing Equipment.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 1398?

NSC 1398 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 1398 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Specialized Ammunition Handling and Servicing Equipment.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 1398 in?

FSC 1398 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 13 which contains Ammunition and Explosives.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 1398 in?

NSC 1398 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 13 which contains Ammunition and Explosives.

What is a Torpedo Hoisting Strap?

A Torpedo Hoisting Strap (STRAP,HOISTING,TORPEDO) is an item consisting of textile webbing and/or wire network. It is designed for hoisting torpedoes and related main assemblies.

What is an Ammunition Holder?

An Ammunition Holder (HOLDER,AMMUNITION) is a holder specifically designed to mount and support packed or unpacked ammunition on a variety of equipment and accommodate various types of ammunition in a fixed position, facilitating quick release and replacement.

What is an Ammunition Holder Assembly?

An Ammunition Holder Assembly (HOLDER ASSEMBLY,AMMUNITION) is an item consisting of a HOLDER (1), (as modified) with mounting parts or other accessories or a support assembly with several holders which is designed for accommodation of similar or different packed or unpacked ammunition. Excludes HOLDER (1), AMMUNITION.

What is an Ammunition Holder Assembly Set?

An Ammunition Holder Assembly Set (HOLDER ASSEMBLY SET,AMMUNITION) is a combination of several HOLDER ASSEMBLY, AMMUNITION.

What is an Ammunition Holder Ammunition Retainer?

An Ammunition Holder Ammunition Retainer (RETAINER,AMMUNITION,AMMUNITION HOLDER) is a device designed to retain packaged or unpackaged ammunition in a HOLDER, AMMUNITION or a HOLDER ASSEMBLY, AMMUNITION in a predetermined position. Excludes BAND, RETAINING; STRAP, RETAINING; CLAMP (as modified); CLIP (as modified); LOCK (as modified).

What is an Ammunition Key?

An Ammunition Key (KEY,AMMUNITION) is a tool with spanner or wrenching features specially designed for the insertion, removal and/or adjustment of ammunition components such as fuzes, primers, and the like. Excludes FUZE SETTER.

Specialized Ammunition Handling and Servicing Equipment

Federal Supply Class (FSC: 1398

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 1398

Group Description: Ammunition and Explosives

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 13

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 13

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NSN Format for Specialized Ammunition Handling and Servicing Equipment

13	98	XX	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

FSC 1398 Specialized Ammunition Handling and Servicing Equipment

Includes Handling and servicing equipment specially designed for use on or with rockets and conventional ammunition.

Excludes Handling and servicing equipment specially designed for use on or with rocket and pyrotechnic launchers; Ammunition maintenance and repair shop specialized equipment; Handling equipment specially designed for aircraft or airfield use.

Note-Excluded from this group are items specially designed for nuclear ordnance application.

Additional Information for Specialized Ammunition Handling and Servicing Equipment

NATO Supply Class 1398 refers to specialized ammunition handling and servicing equipment. This class is part of NATO Supply Group 13, which is dedicated to ammunition and explosives.

The purpose of NATO Supply Class 1398 is to categorize and standardize equipment used for the handling and servicing of ammunition. This includes equipment such as ammunition loaders, unloaders, transporters, and storage systems.

The equipment in this class is designed to ensure the safe and efficient handling of ammunition, as well as the proper servicing and maintenance of ammunition-related equipment. This is crucial in military operations where the handling and servicing of ammunition must be done with precision and care.

By categorizing this equipment under NATO Supply Class 1398, it becomes easier for NATO member countries to identify, procure, and maintain the necessary equipment for ammunition handling and servicing. This classification system helps to streamline logistics and ensure interoperability among NATO forces.

It is important to note that NATO Supply Class 1398 is specific to specialized ammunition handling and servicing equipment. Other types of equipment related to ammunition and explosives may fall under different supply classes within NATO Supply Group 13.

Overall, NATO Supply Class 1398 plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of ammunition handling and servicing operations within NATO member countries.

Additional Information for Specialized Ammunition Handling and Servicing Equipment

NSN by Country

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 1398

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 1398

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