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Saturday 9 March 2013


Oshkosh M-ATV


THE VEHICLE THAT ANSWERS THE URGENT NEED.



The Oshkosh® MRAP All-Terrain Vehicle (M-ATV) is the high-mobility, high-protection medium tactical vehicle specifically engineered for treacherous environments. Derived from the Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) platform, the M-ATV is a Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle that incorporates the TAK-4® independent suspension system to provide proven, durable, best-in-class mobility. A battle-proven armor configuration provides survivable crew protection as the M-ATV maneuvers over the most grueling terrain.
Each Oshkosh M-ATV variant provides the wheel travel, payload capacity, side slope stability, vehicle durability, extreme mobility and necessary protection needed in an armored fighting vehicle. It’s proven for harsh terrains, proven to save lives, proven to accomplish missions and is supported by Oshkosh throughout its entire life-cycle.





FEATURES


The M-ATV utilizes the MTVR chassis and TAK-4 suspension with the Plasan designed armored hull developed for the Northrop Grumman/Oshkosh JLTV.[8] The V-shaped Plasan armored hull offers protection for the occupants from IED attacks while the centrally inflated run-flat tires allow the M-ATV to travel at least 30 miles at 30 mph even if two tires lose pressure. The vehicle can also take a 7.62 mm round to its engine oil/coolant/hydraulic system and continue to drive for at least one kilometer. The Stat-X engine fire suppression system provides for further survivability.[citation needed] The Tak-4 suspension is coil sprung and fully independent, and offers 16 inches of travel. The M-ATV's roof mounted turret is capable of mounting weapons such as an M240 machine gun, a Mk 19 grenade launcher, an M2 Browning machine gun, or a BGM-71 TOW anti-tank guided missile launcher. The roof weapons can be operated either from the turret by person or remotely inside the cabin with a CROWS remote weapon system. The M-ATV also features modern vehicle safety systems such as Traction control and anti-lock brakes in addition to modern creature comforts such as an HVAC system and power outlets for charging portable electronic devices. Unique among MRAP vehicles are the M-ATV's rear-hinged, aka, suicide doors.






      Oshkosh M-ATV

  
TypeMine-Resistant Ambush Protected
Place of origin United States of America
Service history
Used by United States of America
 Republic of Poland
 United Arab Emirates
WarsWar in Afghanistan
Production history
DesignerOshkosh / Plasan
Designed2009
ManufacturerOshkosh Corporation
Unit cost$470,000+
Produced2009
Number built8,108 on order
Specifications
WeightCurb weight: 27,500 lb (12,500 kg)
Gross weight: 32,500 lb (14,700 kg)
Length246.8 inches (6,270 mm)
Width98.1 inches (2,490 mm)
Height105 inches (2,700 mm)
Crew4+1 gunner

ArmorPlasan composite
Main
armament
1× 7.62 mm (.308 in) M240 machine gun,
1× 40 mm Mk 19 grenade launcher,
1× .50 in (12.7 mm) M2 Browningheavy machine gun, or
1× BGM-71 TOW anti-tank guided missile launcher (not in operational use; MMV prototype only)
Engine7.2 liter inline-6 Caterpillar C7turbodiesel
370 bhp; 925 lb-ft
Power/weight25 hp/ton
Payload capacity4,000 pounds (1,800 kg)
TransmissionAllison 3500SP, 6-speed automaticwith manumatic shifting
Suspension4x4, TAK-4 independent suspension
Operational
range
320 miles (510 km)
Speed65 miles per hour (105 km/h) (electronically limited)