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Equipment Market Outlook
August 2024 Equipment Market Outlook
Q3 2024 data, U.S. steel scrap prices and elevated interest rates suggest near-term downward pressure for construction machinery new orders, despite gains in recent months.
Trends
Oshkosh Defense Unveils Silent Drive Hybrid-Electric JLTV
Trends
From the Editor's Desk: Military Looks to Transform its Vehicle Fleet
Military
Oshkosh Defense Receives JLTV Order for U.S. Military and International Allies
Smart Systems
Southwest Research Institute Develops Intrusion Detection System for Military Ground Vehicle Cybersecurity
Military
Mack Defense Delivers M917A3 Heavy Dump Trucks to U.S. Army
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Equipment Market Outlook
What Proposed Tariffs Could Mean for American Manufacturing: Alexis Asks
Post-election, manufacturers big and small are examining president-elect Donald Trump's proposed tariffs with questions surrounding the impacts and how these plans might transpire.
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Engineering & Manufacturing
Will Open Architecture Challenge Military OEMs?
There is a massive commercial opportunity for OEMs who utilize an open architecture to win more customer bids.
Military
Oshkosh Defense Demonstrates JLTV Based Remotely Operated Ground Unit for Expeditionary Fires
ROGUE Fires is an unmanned ground vehicle leveraging the JLTV’s extreme off-road mobility and Oshkosh’s advanced autonomous vehicle technologies.
Military
Oshkosh Defense to Participate in Concept Design Phase for U.S. Army Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle Program
Oshkosh Defense will work together with industry partners to develop initial concepts of the OMFV that will help the U.S. Army modernize its fleet.
Military
Oshkosh Defense to Update Weapon System for U.S. Army Stryker Vehicles
Oshkosh Defense will integrate a 30 mm Medium Caliber Weapon System onto the Stryker Double V Hull Infantry Carrier Vehicle.
Military
Oshkosh Defense to Develop Cold Weather All-Terrain Vehicle Prototype
Oshkosh Defense will partner with ST Engineering to develop a tracked vehicle capable of operating in extreme cold weather or arctic conditions.
Drivetrains
Meritor Supplying Drivetrains for Mack Heavy Dump Truck
Several Meritor Defense products will be supplied for use in the M917A3 HDT including the ProTec 5000 Series beam axles which are engineered to military specifications.
Drivetrains
Meritor Supplying Drivetrains for Mack Heavy Dump Truck
Several Meritor Defense products will be supplied for use in the M917A3 HDT including the ProTec 5000 Series beam axles which are engineered to military specifications.
Military
Oshkosh Defense Produces 10,000th Joint Light Tactical Vehicle
To date, Oshkosh Defense has received orders for 18,126 JLTVs and continues to see growing interest in the vehice..
Engines
Achates Power Continues Development of Opposed-Piston Engine for U.S. Army Vehicles
The opposed-piston engine provides increased power density and efficiency in a reduced package size, a major benefit for military vehicle applications.
Military
Iveco Defence Vehicles to Supply Military Trakker Trucks to German Army
An initial fixed batch of 224 8x8 militarized vehicles from the Trakker range, supplied in five different configurations will be delivered.
Manufacturing
GM Defense Begins Build-Out of Facility for Production of Infantry Squad Vehicle
As GM Defense ramps to full-rate production, the facility will help to manufacture 649 ISVs and will support the production of up to 2,065 vehicles.
Military
Mack Defense Partners with XPER to Supply Components for M917A3 Heavy Dump Truck
XPER will provide a Spare Tire Carrier and transparent armor for the M917A3 Heavy Dump Truck which is set to be delivered to the U.S. Army.
Military
Oshkosh Defense Receives JLTV Order from U.S. Army
The JLTVs will be supplied to the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and U.S. Air Force along with a select group of NATO and non-NATO allies.
Trends
Heavy Vehicle Electrification Uptake to be Slower as Design Challenges Remain
While electrification is accelerating, challenges remain when implementing electric-powered systems for buses and commercial and military vehicles.
Transmissions
Allison Transmission Technology to be Part of U.S. Army Combat Vehicle Modernization Plan
Allison’s 3040 MX cross-drive transmission has been chosen by both manufacturers competing for the Army’s new Mobile Protected Firepower vehicle.
Seats
Jankel Provides Seating for Mack Defense M917A3 Heavy Dump Truck Program
The Jankel MK3.5 Blast Mitigating Floor Mounted Crew Seat is utilized in both the driver and commander positions in the HDT armored cab.
Military
Oshkosh Defense Receives JLTV Contract from Belgium Ministry of Defence
The Belgian procurement marks Oshkosh Defense’s first large direct commercial sale of a JLTV-based vehicle.
Transmissions
Allison Transmission Receives Innovation Award for Energy Conversion Technology in Military Vehicles
Allison’s 3200 Specialty Series transmission converts mechanical energy from the vehicle’s engine into electrical energy to create a fully integrated generator.
Military
Mack Defense Begins Production Vehicle Testing Phase with Armored M917A3
The trucks will undergo 40 weeks of rigorous durability testing at the U.S. Army’s Aberdeen Test Center.
Military
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
The X200-4A provides vehicle propulsion, integrated differential steering and brakes, and has been utilized in the M113A3 armored personnel carrier since 1986.
Military
JCB Receives Additional Order to Supply U.S. Army with HMEEs
JCB will supply up to 400 High Mobility Engineer Excavators which will all be manufactured at its North American headquarters.
Military
Oshkosh Defense Receives Order for JLTVs from Detroit Arsenal
The order is valued at $127 million and includes vehicles for the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps and the Department of State.
Military
Ricardo Partnering with GM Defense to Produce Infantry Squad Vehicle for U.S. Army
Ricardo will lead the Integrated Product Support portions of the contract, as well as assist in technical areas including safety, reliability and cybersecurity.
Military
Mack Defense Headquarters Relocates to Allentown
The headquarters is now located at the Mack Customer Center, providing the company with more working space and access to features such as a test track.
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.
