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137th Transportation Company PLS 1601 Old West 56 HWY Olathe, Kansas 66061 (913)782-2950 Fax (913)782-7701 The 137th Transportation Company (PLS) is a Army national Guard Unit based in Olathe, Kansas. The mission of the 137th is simple "You Call, We Haul." In wartime or peacetime the 137th is always ready for action.
The picture you see below is the tool we use to ensure "What ever you need, Gets where you need."
The primary mission of the five-axle PLS (Palletized Load System) is combat support including distributing and resupplying ammunition and other critical supplies. The PLS truck and trailer form a self-contained system that loads and unloads a wide range of cargo without the need for forklifts or other material handling equipment. The PLS has a hydraulically powered arm with a hook that lifts various flatracks on or off the truck. Without leaving the cab, the driver can load or unload the truck in less than one minute, and both truck and trailer in less than five minutes Engine: Detroit Diesel 8V92TA, DDEC-II, 500 bhp Transmission: Allison CLT-755, ATEC, automatic,5-speed Axle, Front: Rockwell SVI 5MR, planetary hub reduction, differential lock Axle, Rear: Rockwell SVI 5MR, planetary hub reduction, differential lock Transfer Case: Oshkosh model 55000 Maximum Speed (GCW Road): 55 mph (90.1 km/h) Cruising Range: 336 miles [540.7 km](GVW Road) Fording Capability: 48 in. (1219 mm) Air Transportability: C5A, C17, C141 (with preparation)
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