G503 Military Vehicle Message Forums

Thanks to Chris and Tom for the following information. Please feel free to add additional photos, drawings, etc. We'd also like to see photos of your finished product.

Sorry, I guess I am too late.

I don't think we can have too much information, thanks!

With all the talk about tow bars, I thought it might be helpful to post the towing instructions from the Operator's Manual. TM 9-2320-246-10
There are a couple of things you MUS do before you tow your mule: Steering should be locked into 2-wheel steer, the steering arm on the steering box must be disengaged by pulling and turning the T handle locking pin, and both the transmission and transfer gears must be in neutral. From my personal experience, I'd add, don't try to back up!

Thanks for the diagrams; I was able to build a tow bar this last week using this information. Mine probably isn't a perfect copy of an original one, but it looks close enough and is functional.

Also before towing,
Make sure the bushing on the bellcrank is tight, not worn out & no play in it.
Otherwise the towed mule will fishtail and possibly overturn.
Thanks

Pardon my reviving an old post...
The instruction manual calls for towing in 2 wheel steer mode. My M274 only has 4 wheel steer. Should I consider towing to be unwise ?

PS The above may be a foolish question. I am now envisoning the tow vehicle making a long sweeping turn while the 4 wheel steer mule does its own thing behind. Not pretty.

I have towed mine several times in 4WS, just don't try to back up.

Chuck W. wrote: ↑

Fri May 05, 2023 7:41 am

I have towed mine several times in 4WS, just don't try to back up.

Thanks. Can't beat experience.