Portable Fuel Cell0 pages

Information sheet # 12

Defence & Fuel
AIR PORTABLE FUEL CELL

Delivery: The APFC can be deliver by parachute / Land (towed
mode) of inside a fixed or rotary wing aircraft

The APFC, designed for & proven by use in conflicts and harsh
environments over many years by the UK & other Armed
Forces, is a robust and reliable means of fuel delivery in
forward areas.

The APFC robustness has been further enhanced using new
technology and production methods. Thi h reduced th cost
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and materials have increased the robustness. Both have been
achieved without a loss in quality. The new APFC has achieved
full UK MOD Def Stan compliance and type approval.

The APFC is fitted with an air bleed valve to eliminate the risk
of explosion during filling and to ensure the maximum capacity
is utilised. A pressure limiting valve is also fitted to prevent
utilised
over pressurisation.

• New cost effective design
• 430 Imp gal / 1955litres
• Air bleed valve
• Pressure limiting valve
• Towing capability
• In service with UK MOD
• Air droppable
• Wo en carcass for strength
Woven
• Spray coating for robustness