The JLTV A2 incorporates additional corrosion protection to prevent the cracking and breaking of crucial structural areas and increases reliability.
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AM General News Release, South Bend IN, 24 May 2024: In response to corrosion issues found in numerous A1 vehicles, the JLTV A2 incorporates additional corrosion protection to critical automotive systems. This measure prevents the cracking and breaking of crucial structural areas and increases reliability.
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Editor’s Footnote: In August 2015 Oshkosh Defence was selected for the initial eight year JLTV (Joint Light Tactical Vehicle) production contract. In February 2022, in response to US Congress having earlier mandated a recompete to bring down costs, a Presolicitation Notice was issued for a five years plus five years option follow-on (JLTV A2) contract. Two companies, Oshkosh Defence and AM General, submitted bids. On 09 February 2023 AM General LLC was awarded a $230,874,512 contract for JLTV A2 production and at the time it was stated that deliveries were expected to begin 17 months after contract award; i.e. July 2024.
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