U.S. Military Gets A New Ride
Our experience in Mesopotamia has shown us the need for up-armored vehicles. The HUMVEE although up to the task of navigating rough terrain has been less than adequate at defending our troops against the most basic of improvised explosive devices and small-arms fire.
Introducing, the Valanx:
“The JLTV program, managed by the Army’s Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM), challenged industry to bring forth a family of vehicles – with companion trailers – “capable of performing multiple mission roles that will be designed to provide protected, sustained, networked mobility for personnel and payloads across the full range of military operations.” The JLTV requirements include:
* Increasing protection and performance over the current fleet;
* Minimizing ownership costs by maximizing commonality, fuel efficiency and other means; and
* Maintaining effective competition throughout the lifecycle.
Up-armor
