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Manitowoc Begins Delivery of Grove GMK4060HC All-Terrain Cranes to U.S. Army
The Grove GMK4060HC are specially designed for military use and a variety of terrains.
Transmissions
Allison Relaunches Production of X200-4A Transmission for U.S. Army
Military
JCB Receives Additional Order to Supply U.S. Army with HMEEs
Military
Oshkosh Defense Receives Order for JLTVs from Detroit Arsenal
Military
Ricardo Partnering with GM Defense to Produce Infantry Squad Vehicle for U.S. Army
Military
Mack Defense Headquarters Relocates to Allentown
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Mobile Robot Use Cases Grow as Technology Advances
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Tracks & Tires
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Drivetrains
Hutchinson Provides Survivability Solutions to Mack Defense M917A3 Heavy Dump Trucks
Hutchinson will provide complete wheel assemblies, beadlocks and thermal hub covers for the M917A3 which will be utilized by the U.S. Army.
Suspension
Hendrickson Suspension to be Utilized on Air Transportable ARFF Vehicle for U.S. Air Force
Hendrickson’s Long Travel Trailing Arm Suspension allows a variety of packaging, ride heights, ride tuning and stability requirements for a fully customizable design.
Transmissions
Allison Transmission to Provide X1100 Transmissions to U.S. Army Through 2021
The contract awarded to Allison Transmission will support the sustainment of the Army’s Abrams Main Battle Tank fleet.
Military
Mack Defense Awarded Contract from U.S. General Services Administration
The contract enables fleet managers in more than 300 federal agencies to have a one-stop shop where they can select commercial Mack vehicles and parts to address their needs.
Military
Oshkosh Defense Awarded Contract to Modernize U.S. Army and Army Reserve FHTV Fleets
Oshkosh will recapitalize Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Trucks and Palletized Load System trucks, as well as manufacture new PLS trailers.
Military
Oshkosh Defense Receives New Order for JLTVs and Associated Kits
The the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal has placed an order for 1,240 Joint Light Tactical Vehicles featuring a digital architecture that enables integration of several advanced technologies.
Military
Mack Defense Completes Final Truck for Canadian Medium Support Vehicle System Program
Mack Defense leveraged the Volvo Group’s large industrial footprint and global capabilities to engineer and produce the MSVS SMP trucks.
Military
Oshkosh Defense Receives New JLTV Order from U.S. Army Contracting Command
Oshkosh will supply 2,721 Joint Light Tactical Vehicles for use by the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Army.
Transmissions
Allison Providing Upgraded Propulsion System to Dept. of Defense
Allison will provide its X200 transmissions for use in the U.S. Army's M113 Armored Personnel Carrier family of vehicles.
Military
Manitowoc Wins Bid to Provide All-Terrain Cranes to U.S. Army
The Army selected the Grove GMK4060HC cranes for their high capacity, strong load chart at long radii and the long reach of the MEGAFORM boom.
Military
Oshkosh Defense to Show L-ATV C2 for First Time
Oshkosh Defense's L-ATV C2 houses a robust communications suite, as well as a high level of protection and off-road mobility.
Axles
Meritor ProTec Series 3000 Front and Rear All-Wheel Drive Beam Axles
Meritor's ProTec series 3000 front and rear all-wheel drive beam axles have a gross axle weight rating of up to 12,000 lbs.
Military
Mack Defense Heavy Dump Trucks Meet CARC Coatings Specification
The Mack Defense M917A3 heavy dump truck includes Chemical Agent Resistant Coatings to protect it from corrosion, wartime chemical and biological weapons.
Military
Oshkosh Defense Exhibits JLTV Combat Capabilities at Modern Day Marine 2019
Oshkosh Defense will exhibit for the first time a JLTV with Black Hornet Vehicle Reconnaissance System and a two-door Utility JLTV with the Uvision Hero-120 Tactical System.
Military
Iveco Defence Delivering New Generation of Medium Multirole Protected Vehicles
Iveco Defence Vehicles' Medium Tactical Vehicle is designed to combine high tactical 4x4 mobility, optimal off-road performance and high crew protection.
Suspension
Meritor 3400 eISAS Electric Independent Suspension
Meritor's 3400 eISAS electric independent suspension is designed for use in tactical and combat vehicles.
Military
Oshkosh Defense Exhibits JLTV
Oshkosh says there has been growing global interest in its JLTV design.
Lighting
Mack Defense Partners with Truck-Lite on U.S. Army Heavy Dump Truck
Truck-Lite will provide the lighting systems for the Mack Defense M917A3 heavy dump truck.
Military
Oshkosh Defense to Develop Infantry Squad Vehicle for U.S. Army
Oshkosh will partner with Flyer Defense to develop the lightweight all-terrain vehicle which is capable of carrying up to nine troops and associated combat equipment.
Military
Oshkosh Defense Demonstrates Remote Weapon Station on JLTV
Oshkosh and several industry partners participated in a successful Javelin flight test from a Kongsberg remote weapon station on JLTV.
Military
Mack Defense Honored with President’s ‘E’ Award for Exports
Mack Defense was recognized for its export sales growth of 50% and the customization it offers for export markets.
Military
Mack Defense Presents Keys to First M917A3 Heavy Dump Trucks
The company handed over the keys to the first five Mack Granite model-based M917A3 heavy dump trucks to the U.S. Army.
Military
U.S. Army Selects Oshkosh Defense to Produce Semitrailer for HET
The contract award is in response to the need for a semitrailer that can deliver increased payload capability while gaining European road permissions.
Military
Oshkosh Defense Showcasing JLTV for First Time at IDET 2019
Benefits of the JLTV to the international community include fleet commonality among coalition forces as well as a vehicle that has already undergone rigorous U.S. Army and Marine Corps testing.
Cab System
Mack Defense Partners with JWF Defense Systems for Armored Cab System
JWF Defense Systems will provide the armored cab system for the M917A3 Heavy Dump under contract for the U.S. Army.
Military
Mack Defense Highlights Medium Support Vehicle System at CANSEC 2019
The trucks include multiple variants such as cargo, material-handling cranes, load-handling systems, gun tractor and mobile repair trucks.
Military
Oshkosh Defense Introducing JLTV to Special Forces at SOFIC 2019
The JLTV will be outfitted with the Kongsberg Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station and .50 Caliber Machine Gun to demonstrate its ability to carry a multitude of lethal weapons without sacrificing speed.
Military
JCB Receives Additional Orders for Army Construction Machines
The U.S. Army has added $21 million to its contract with JCB North America for High Mobility Engineer Excavators.
Military
Mack Defense Enters Production Vehicle Testing Phase of Heavy Dump Truck Contract
Mack Defense engineers have optimized the M917A3 HDT to meet the current needs of the U.S. Army, while allowing for evolving requirements and future growth.
Drivetrains
Meritor Providing Complete Drivetrain Solution for Mack Defense Heavy Dump Trucks
Mack Defense's M917A3 for the U.S. Army will be equipped with several Meritor solutions including its MX810 front drive steer axle and ProTec Series 50 tridem drive beam axles.
