Oshkosh MTVR

   The Oshkosh MTVR or Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement is a purpose-designed military vehicle. The MTVR entered production in 2005. This vehicle is in service with the US Navy and Marines. It replaces the M939 and ageing M809 5-ton 6x6 trucks. The new truck offers greater mobility, payload and reliability. A total of 460 MTVR trucks will be delivered by 2009.

   All versions of the MTVR use the same 6x6 configuration. Engine is located under a forward fiberglass bonnet. Roof of the cab with hinged aluminum windscreen and door frames can be folded down to reduce overall height.

   This heavy utility truck can carry a payload of seven tons or up to fifteen tons driving on smoother surfaces, while simultaneously being able to tow an eleven ton load. The MTVR is highly adaptable for any cargo hauling, carrying or winching. It's wide versatility makes the MTVE an integral part of the Marine Corps logistical backbone. This vehicle is the  prime mover for the M777 howitzer, troops, fuel, water and a wide variety of other equipment.

   The MTVR truck can be fitted with armor protection kit or armed with a 12.7-mm or 7.62-mm machine gun. Armament sit in a mounted position above the cab.

   The Oshkosh MTVR is powered by the Caterpillar C-12 11.9-liter turbocharged diesel engine, developing 425 hp. It has a full-time all-wheel drive. Vehicle has an independent suspension and is fitted with a central tyre inflation system. The MTVR uses some commercially available driveline components. Some versions of the MTVR are fitted with a 9-ton capacity winch. Vehicle can be airlifted by the C-130 Hercules aircraft (with some preparation), and CH-53 helicopter.

Variants

   4x4 short bed cargo truck;

   MK23 standard cargo variant;

   MK25 standard cargo variant with self-recovery winch;

   MK27 long wheelbase cargo variant;

   MK28 long wheelbase cargo variant with self-recovery winch;

   MK29 dump truck;

   MK30 dump truck with self-recovery winch;

   MK31 tractor truck;

   MK36 wrecker;

   MK37 HIMARS resupply vehicle;

   LHS (Load Handling System), 9-ton 6x6;

   LHS, 16.5-ton 8x8.