UFC 3-120-01
FEBRUARY 6 2003
following guidelines are provided in order to facilitate consistent and effective implementation.
4.38.1. Number of Applications. Avoid a cluttered appearance by having no more than two (2)
applications of the symbol and letterforms on one tank.
4.38.2. Orientation. Orient the symbol and letterforms on the side(s) of the tank that provide the
best visibility from public ways.
4.38.3. Size. Size the symbol and letterforms as large as is practical so as to be easily read from
a reasonable distance.
4.38.4. Position. Position the symbol and letterforms in a manner that minimizes visual
interference by railings or other structural elements, and minimizes distortion due to any vertical
curvature of the tank surface.
Figure 4.49. Template for Air Force Symbol on Water Tower Tanks
Color #3 (Dark Edge)
Color #4 (Light Edge)
Color #4 (Edge of Letter)
Color #2 (Shadow)
Color #1 (Symbol Body)
Color #1 (Body of Letter)
Color #2 (Shadow)
3 UNITS
4 UNITS
14.5
UNITS
2.5 UNITS
4 UNITS
1 UNIT
3
16 UNITS
UNITS
26 UNITS
45 UNITS
Specify paint to match
the following colors:
Color #1: Pantone 287
Color #2: Black
Color #3: Pantone Cool Gray 9 (metallic)
edges of the Color #1 portion of the image .
Color #4: Pantone Cool Gray 4 (metallic)
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