005680642

FITTING,TOWBAR PIVOT

NiiN: 005680642

NSN: 1730-00-568-0642

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

July 2024

Weapon Systems

$332.71

Avg. Price per Unit

253

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai performed a criticality analysis of NiiN 005680642, an obsolete part vital to various active national security programs and weapon systems, including the AIRCRAFT, C-2A (REPROCURED). This part, also known by its National Stock Number (NSN) 1730-00-568-0642, is described as a FITTING,TOWBAR PIVOT. Officially classified as obsolete, it is available from a limited number of suppliers with no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. The production lead time for NiiN 005680642 is 253 days, with an average cost per unit of $332.71.

Information about NiiN 005680642, including a list of manufacturers and suppliers, associated parts and components, related critical weapon systems, and recent procurement history, are detailed in the following tables.

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Authorized Manufacturers & Distributors

Name	CAGE	Part Number
AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND GmbH	C0417	G111426
Air Logistics Corporation	1413	111426
Alfa Technology GmbH	DP776	--

Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE8EF23P0543	$22,620	26	6/13/23
SPE8EF23P0356	$4,626	5	3/27/23
SPE8EF23V0290	$18,501	20	3/20/23

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 005680642?

NiiN 005680642, known as a FITTING, TOWBAR PIVOT, is essential for 24 critical weapon systems, yet it has zero official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. Given its limited sourcing options, program managers often look for similar NiiNs adaptable to their needs to tackle obsolescence and supply risk. Ark's Similar and Alternative Parts tool employs a custom AI learning model, trained on a vast database of NiiN and NSN technical details, to generate a comprehensive similarity score. Leverage Ark to better manage your parts supply and diversify your supply chain for crucial national security initiatives.Explore how our AI-driven parts and supplier alternatives analytical tools can transform your supply chain management. Click "Learn More" below to discover enhanced methods to secure your program's future and maintain operational readiness.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 005680642

Property	Details
END ITEM IDENTIFICATION	MODEL 4000/4100 ACFT ENGINE TRAILER
ITEM NAME	FITTING,TOWBAR PIVOT
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS ITEM DESCRIPTION	STEEL; APPROX 10.000 IN. LG,ONE END RECATNGULAR SHAPED 3.500 IN. WIDE OTHER END ROUND SHAPED WITH FOUR HOLES IN LINE 0.500 IN. DIA; MIDDLE HAS TWO HOLES IN LINE 0.500 IN DIA
3 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 005680642

Name	Designator Code
AIRCRAFT, C-2A (REPROCURED)	BPN
AIRCRAFT, F/A-18, A - D, E/F, G (GROWLER)	Z9N
AIRCRAFT, HARRIER AV-8B	55N
24 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 005680642

111426, 3240002, 343AS2711, G111426

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