NSN
5180-01-483-0249 / 5180-01-483-0250; LIN
T28688
The
COEI / BII Listings and Component
Hand Receipts on ArmyProperty.com are valid for all NSN's of the
modernized GMTK, which replaces an older version. The new GMTK is a soldier-portable tool
kit designed for use by any repairman requiring basic automotive-type
hand tools. It is used by all maintainers in Career Management Field 63.
The GMTK is also used as a component in the Forward Repair System (FRS),
and is the base kit for the Multi-capable Maintainer Tool Kit (MCMTK)
for the newly established MOS 63A, Abrams Main Battle Tank Maintainer,
and MOS 63M, Bradley Fighting Vehicle Maintainer.
The GMTK consists of 136 tools including the
following:
Square drive sockets in
both metric and S.A.E. sizes
Ratchets
Extensions
Combination wrenches
Flat tip and cross-tip
screwdrivers
Hammer
Flashlight
Hole/thread/thickness
gages
Drive punches
Cold chisels
Pliers in various styles
and sizes
All components are
industrial quality. The majority of tools, including the
sockets, ratchets, extensions, wrenches, and
screwdrivers have a Lifetime Warranty against
breakage during normal use.
The entire tool load is
contained in a 4-drawer injection molded plastic toolbox
that has wheels and a retractable handle for easier
mobility. Each drawer has a foam liner with individual
cutouts that hold each tool in a specific place,
providing the rapid inventory capability required by the
soldier. The GMTK can be inventoried in less than 15
minutes. The rapid inventory capability enables
the user to identify missing tools immediately, thereby
reducing tool loss and pilferage.
The toolbox measures 24"
wide, 15" deep, and 18" high. It is one of the
only toolboxes in the Army that has been tested
for durability. Testing included:
60" drop test (fully
loaded)
360 degree roll test
Water, impact, and crush
resistance tests
Cold temperature
performance 24" drop testing at -25 degrees
The toolbox includes a
padlock to secure the exterior of the toolbox during
storage of transportation and to secure personal
belongings in the interior storage compartment during
use. The GMTK is stackable to four high, and weighs
about 90 lbs.
The GMTK family NSN is
5180-01-481-8389. This is a reference/procurement number
only, not a physical item. The GMTK is bought based on
performance specifications. Two vendors have supplied
the GMTK. For warranty purposes, separate related NSNs
are used to identify each contractors product.
NSN
5180-01-483-0249, supplied by Kipper Tool Company,
consists of a green
toolbox and primarily S&K and Crescent brand tools.
NSN 5180-01-483-0250, supplied by Danaher Tool Group,
consists of a black toolbox
and primarily DK/Allen brand tools.
NOTE: The
Danaher GMTK (black toolbox - NSN 5180-01-483-0250) is
no longer available for purchase. Only the Kipper Tool
Company GMTK (green toolbox - NSN 5180-01-483-0249) is
available.
The GMTK now
has an accessory wheel kit (pictured
below) that allows a set
of wheels to be
attached to the bottom fin of the box. These
wheels increase the stability
of the box when used on surfaces that are
less than smooth. The kits cost
$55 and are available through Kipper Tool,
phone 1-800-295-9595
email: info@kippertool.com
This kit is
only
for the Kipper GMTK, LIN T28688, NSN
5180-01-483-0249.
This kit
cannot be used with the
Danaher GMTK, LIN T28688, NSN
5180-01-483-0250.
(Information taken from TACOM Life Cycle
Management Command website, accurate as of 28 SEP 2006)
