Oshkosh Defense has received a new contract from the U.S. Army to supply an additional 97 FMTV A2 LVAD trucks in 6×6 and 4×4 configurations. The agreement also includes preparation kits for Arctic operations, expanding the vehicles’ employment capability in extreme environments.
Designed to support mobile brigade combat teams, the FMTV A2 LVAD was developed with a focus on rapid air delivery, enabling the direct insertion of equipment and supplies into remote, austere, or high-risk areas. This capability reduces reliance on fixed infrastructure and increases the logistical flexibility of airborne forces.
According to Pat Williams, defense program director at Oshkosh, the system “closes a known mobility gap for the Airborne Force” by combining ruggedness, modularity, and readiness for air insertion.
The vehicle’s validation process progressed in phases. The 6×6 variant began testing in 2023, including rollover system evaluations, landing-preparation training, and simulated impact landings. The 4×4 model entered testing in mid-2024 and, in early 2025, completed three successful landings at Yuma Proving Ground in Arizona.
With the new batch, the U.S. Army expands its fleet of tactical vehicles configured for airborne operations, strengthening rapid-response capability and mobility in complex scenarios, including regions with severe climates.
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