AM General has won the 2023 Army Technology Excellence Award for Business Expansion for winning a significant contract from the US Army to produce Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs), trailers, kits, and services to support production.

The contract is for the production of up to 20,682 Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTV) and up to 9,883 JLTV trailers.

AM General unseated the Wisconsin-based JLTV manufacturer Oshkosh Defense in the competition to build JLTVs. Work will occur in South Bend, Indiana, with an estimated completion date of February 2033.

Some of the JLTV technology enhancements include enhanced corrosion protection and improved fuel efficiency in addition to continuous developments for an updated Next Generation Vehicle Architecture.

Company Profile

AM General stands at the forefront of the defence industry, renowned for its engineering prowess, manufacturing excellence, and comprehensive support services for specialised vehicles tailored to both military and commercial clientele. With a century-long legacy of innovation and a commitment to quality, the company has cemented its role as a trusted partner to those on the front lines, ensuring their readiness and success in diverse missions.

The company’s portfolio boasts the production of leading light tactical platforms, including the iconic HUMVEE vehicles, the advanced Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV A2), the agile and fortified HUMVEE Saber light tactical truck, and the groundbreaking HUMVEE 2-CT Hawkeye, which features innovative soft recoil technology for mobile platforms. With a production history that has seen the manufacture of over one million vehicles, AM General has delivered in excess of 300,000 light tactical vehicles worldwide, demonstrating its capacity to meet the rigorous demands of over 70 nations.

As the original designer and manufacturer of the HUMVEE® and HUMMER® H1 vehicles, and the contract assembler of the H2 and MV-1, the company’s expertise has evolved over a century to meet the dynamic needs of the defence and automotive industries.

Contact Details

105 N Niles Ave, South

Bend, IN 46617, United States

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