MTTB Military Tethered Tandem Bundle
System
Function:
The Military Tandem Tethered Bundle (MTTB) System,
now being used by governments around the world,
is a parachute cargo delivery system that allows
one parachutist to deliver a payload of between
200 and 400 pounds. The cargo may be delivered by:
a) landing with the parachutist, b) being released
into free-fall at a specified altitude (750 ft or
greater), c) the parachutist and opened by static
line.
Description:
The MTTB is a manually operated parachute cargo
delivery system fitted with a 30-foot diameter canopy.
The canopy is directly connected to the payload
by a tether harness, with a swivel device incorporated
to prevent twists. The cargo harness secures the
payload with five lateral straps and two longitudinal
straps. The straps can be quickly removed from the
tether by the barrel harness
quick-release box. Additional straps are provided
for a cruise box container.
Range
of Operation:
Normal freefall parachute operational limitations
apply with the MTTB. There are no altitude or speed
restrictions, although opening altitudes are generally
higher for additional safety.
