Silent Solution for Emerging Battlefield

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Vehicles operating in combat zones and reconnaissance missions require silent operation.

Oshkosh Defense has unveiled its silent drive hybrid-electric Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV), the eJLTV. The platform offers the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps the same level of performance and protection as the base JLTV with the addition of silent drive, extended silent watch, enhanced fuel economy, and increased exportable power that enables it to be used in combat and reconnaissance scenarios.

The eJLTV charges the battery while in use, fully recharging the lithium-ion battery within 30 minutes. This eliminates the need for a charging infrastructure, which remains one of the most significant challenges to the widespread electrification of the tactical wheeled vehicle fleet.

This year, the U.S. Army plans to issue a follow-on production contract in September 2022.  The follow-on contract, valued at $6.5 Billion, includes an additional 15,468 vehicles and five order years followed by five options years, extending production through FY32, according to the company’s announcement.