Oshkosh Introduces New Light Combat Tactical All-Terrain Vehicle

Oshkosh has unveiled its Light Combat Tactical All-Terrain Vehicle utility variant for the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) program. The L-ATV utility variant fulfills the JLTV requirement for a two-seat cargo vehicle, while the L-ATV base variant meets the requirement for a 4-seat multipurpose vehicle, according to an official statement.

The Oshkosh L-ATV utility variant is designed to provide mobility for loads such as containers, pallets and break bulk cargo in a wide range of operating environments and threat levels.  In addition to hauling cargo, the L-ATV utility variant can be outfitted as a shelter carrier to carry standard shelters for communications systems, on-board electronics and other functions. The vehicle can transport two passengers and has a payload capacity of more than 5,100 pounds.  

“The landscapes and threats of tomorrow’s battlefields are unpredictable, and state-of-the-art equipment will be absolutely necessary to protecting lives and completing missions,” said John Bryant, vice president and general manager of Joint and Marine Corps Programs for Oshkosh Defense. “The Oshkosh L-ATV utility variant is the most technologically advanced, most mature JLTV solution for Warfighters to complete transport missions on those battlefields”.  

Oshkosh engineered the L-ATV with a high level of commonality to streamline fleet sustainment, yet each variant is tailored to optimize performance for its unique role.