“Oshkosh Defense Secures FHTV Contracts to Propel Army Evolution and Strengthen National Security”
Oshkosh Defense LLC, a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation [NYSE: OSK], has secured contracts from the U.S. Army amounting to $167 million for 225 trucks and 54 trailers as part of the Family of Heavy Tactical Vehicles agreement. These contracts illustrate the ongoing progress of Oshkosh’s heavy tactical vehicle offerings and emphasize the company’s commitment to aiding the Army’s strategic modernization initiatives.
The vehicles will assist various U.S. Army customers, including the National Guard, Reserve, and the Program Executive Office Missiles & Space (PEO MS) for the Indirect Fire Protection Capability (IFPC) system.
This procurement features HEMTT A4 models alongside the autonomous-ready Palletized Load System (PLS) A2, strategically aligning advanced Oshkosh platforms for compatibility with cutting-edge defense technologies. Some vehicles will contribute to the development and deployment of sophisticated air defense systems designed to mitigate threats from ballistic, hypersonic, and cruise missiles.
“Through our esteemed collaboration with the U.S. Army, we are honored to bolster the essential function of the National Guard and Reserve forces and facilitate the incorporation of next-generation defense capabilities,” stated Pat Williams, Chief Programs Officer at Oshkosh Defense. “These procurements exemplify the adaptability of the FHTV fleet to fulfill varied mission requirements across all Army divisions and highlight Oshkosh’s capacity to provide scalable, mission-ready solutions.”
As the Army pursues its modernization and transformation strategies, Oshkosh remains dedicated to supplying high-performance tactical vehicles that meet the shifting demands of mission readiness.
