Oshkosh Defense announced today that it has been awarded $61.8million to produce more Joint Light Tactical Vehicle Trailer or JLTV-T options.
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Press Release, Oshkosh, 17 June 2020: Oshkosh Defense LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced today that it has been awarded a $61.8M modification from the US Army Contracting Command, Detroit Arsenal to increase available trailer options under the current JLTV Family of Vehicles contract from 32 to 3,541. The JLTV-T was designed as an integral part of the JLTV Family of Vehicles, providing the same superior off-road performance and durability.
“When it comes to hauling mission critical equipment, a reliable trailer is just as essential as the vehicle it supports,” said George Mansfield, vice president and general manager of joint programs for Oshkosh Defense. “Whether it’s hauling ammunition, weapons, or other supplies, the JLTV-T is the only trailer that can keep pace with the JLTV’s superior speed and off-road mobility.”
JLTV-T deliveries are expected to begin this year and continue through 2021.
About the JLTV-T:-
- 18.5 in. of wheel travel
- 5,100 lb. payload
- 60 in. fording capability
- 70 mph maximum speed
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Compatible with legacy pintles on HMMWV, FMTV, HEMTT, LVSR, M-ATV, and MTVR
