MODEL 70-38

Overview

The RADCO Model 70-38 is a precision-engineered internal seal for "Cloverleaf" lashing pots. By creating a friction fitt barrier within the internal cavity, it ensures that critical vehicle and cargo securing hardware remains clear of operational debris.

Operational Application

  • Contamination Shield: Blocks the ingress of mud, silt, and saltwater, ensuring that vehicle lashing bars remain clear and functional for immediate cargo securing.

  • Preservation Support: Specifically designed to protect the internal crossbar and socket cavity from sandblasting grit and epoxy slurry during NAVSEA 009-26 preservation cycles.

  • Operational Readiness: Prevents the freeze-thaw cycles that can seize lashing hardware in high-latitude environments.

Technical Specifications

  • Governing Drawing: Engineered for a precise interference fit with NAVSEA DWG S2700-1, 213, 717.

  • Operational Role: Maintains a clean lashing bar environment for immediate vehicle securing.

  • Material: Non-porous technical polymer resistant to F-76 and common shipboard solvents.

  • Durability: Built to withstand the extreme conditions of well-deck and buoy-deck operations.

Fleet Compatibility

US Coast Guard Cutters

  • Fast Response Cutters (WPC): Sentinel-class standardized lashing hardware.

  • Seagoing Buoy Tenders (WLB): Juniper-class (201-216).

US Navy Surface Fleet

  • Dry Cargo/Ammunition Ships (T-AKE): Lewis and Clark-class cargo handling decks.

  • Dock Landing Ships (LSD): Whidbey Island and Harpers Ferry classes.

  • Amphibious Assault (LHA/LHD): Supporting multi-deck vehicle securing.

Chief’s Note: An internal plug is your first line of defense against a seized lashing bar. The 70-38 seals that internal cavity tight so you aren't digging out mud or grit when it's time to chain down a vehicle. Keep your sockets clean and your load-out moving.