014781701

TUBE ASSEMBLY,METAL

NiiN: 014781701

NSN: 4710-01-478-1701

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

June 2024

Weapon Systems

$1,695

Avg. Price per Unit

735

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai has conducted a criticality analysis of NiiN 014781701, an obsolete part that plays a crucial role in several active national security programs and weapon systems such as the AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18 (E/F). This part, also known as NSN: 4710-01-478-1701, is a TUBE ASSEMBLY, METAL. Despite its formal designation as obsolete, it is still sourced from a limited number of suppliers and has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. The production lead time for NiiN 014781701 is 735 days, and its average unit price is $1,695.

Information about NiiN 014781701, including the list of manufacturers and suppliers, associated parts and components, related critical weapon systems, and a recent procurement history are detailed in the following tables.

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Authorized Manufacturers & Distributors

Name	CAGE	Part Number
NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION	76823	74A5888121003
The Boeing Company	76301	74A5888121003
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Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPE4AX21DP002	$750	5	9/9/22
SPE4A720F3592	$11,332	5	3/18/20
SPE4A719F007E	$11,655	4	8/12/19

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 014781701?

NiiN 014781701, a Metal Tube Assembly, is an essential component in three critical weapon systems and has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. Due to its limited sourcing, program managers often turn to similar NiiNs to mitigate obsolescence and supply risk. Ark's Similar and Alternative Parts tool leverages a custom AI learning model trained on an extensive database of NiiN and NSN technical data to produce a multifaceted similarity score. This helps streamline parts management and diversify supply chains for crucial national security programs.Explore the potential of our AI-enabled part and supplier alternatives analytical tools by clicking on "Learn More" below. Experience how Ark's technology can enhance your supply chain strategy, reduce risks, and ensure the continuous availability of critical components.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 014781701

Property	Details
ITEM NAME	TUBE ASSEMBLY,METAL
END ITEM IDENTIFICATION	F/A-18E/F AIRCRAFT
CRITICALITY CODE JUSTIFICATION	AGAV
3 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 014781701

Name	Designator Code
AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18 (E/F)	VUN
EA-18G (GROWLER)	Z5N
AIRCRAFT, F/A-18, A - D, E/F, G (GROWLER)	Z9N
3 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 014781701

74A5888121003

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