Potential benefits from the use of JP-8 fuel in military ground equipment. Interim report, October 1987-February 1989

The U.S. DoD is moving toward the use of JP-8 as a single fuel for use in Europe. Many potential benefits are associated with exclusive use of JP-8 in U.S. DOD equipment. This study discusses these benefits and provides references for further study. Some of the benefits associated with use of JP-8 will be immediate, and some will require time to be appreciated. Some benefits will accrue during peacetime operations, and some will be most apparent during times of conflict. As JP-8 finds increasing use in field tests and conversions of military bases, there will no doubt be problems that arise alongside the benefits. Careful weighing of the benefits and problems will ultimately lead to optimal usage of fuel resources and hopefully, increased readiness. The main benefits associated with use of JP-8 in military ground equipment are simplified logistics, increased readiness, reduced exhaust emissions, and better lubricant life. The information contained in this report is intended to delineate those areas where the use of JP-8 will prove beneficial and alert those personnel that will be affected by the change. Introduction of JP-8 into the military system should proceed. The most useful demonstration programs will be operations that involve joint operationsmore » of forces to include Army ground and aviation activities. These operations should be monitored for benefits as well as possible problems and the lessons learned applied accordingly. Jet engine fuels; Kerosene; Fuel additives; Diesel fuels; Compression/ignition engines; Sulfur/exhaust emissions/particulates; Logistics; Military/ground/combat vehicles.« less