The Buffer Cylinder, cataloged under National Stock Number 1720-01-712-8716, is classified within Federal Supply Class 1720 (Aircraft Launching Equipment) of the Aircraft Launch, Landing, and Ground Handling Equipment group. 1 additional reference document (drawings, advisory and superseded references) is recorded in the U.S. Government catalog. Current acquisition status: Active.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| NSN | 1720-01-712-8716 |
| Item Name | Buffer Cylinder |
| FSC / FSG | 1720 / 17 — Aircraft Launching Equipment |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Acquisition Status | ACTIVE |
| DEMIL Code | DEMIL A — No Demilitarization Required |
| Hazard | No hazard code in the DLA record (HMIC N) |
| Criticality Code | F |
| Reference | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 613466-5 | 3/2 Design control — primary reference U.S. Government activity |
NSN 1720-01-712-8716 is a Buffer Cylinder, classified under FSC 1720, Aircraft Launching Equipment. Status: active.
Key specifications for 1720-01-712-8716: Special Features: 4R/5R COG ITEMS MANAGED BY BRASO; Part Name Assigned by Controlling Agency: BUFFER CYLINDER ASS. 0 specifications are documented in the U.S. Government catalog.
No hazard code in the DLA record (HMIC N). Hazard information on this page is shown exactly as it appears in the DLA record.
U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-16.
U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-18.