JLTV A1 Utility Free PDF Specsheet
The JLTV A1 vehicles is a four-wheel-drive armored military vehicle developed by the Oshkosh Defence. Designed for rugged performance and adaptability, it serves a wide range of military and defense applications, including troop transport, equipment carriage, and reconnaissance missions.
Below are the full technical specifications for the JLTV A1 Utility version. For a comprehensive overview, a PDF specsheet is available for free download. This document provides detailed insights into the vehicle’s performance, features, and capabilities.
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JLTV A1 Utility
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Chassis
The Oshkosh JLTV A1 is powered by a 6.6-liter, inline 8-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 340 hp and over 900 Nm of torque, providing a favorable power-to-weight ratio for a vehicle in its class. The drivetrain is integrated with a fully automatic transmission system featuring six forward gears, one reverse gear, and a two-speed transfer case, ensuring constant four-wheel drive (4WD) capability for optimized off-road performance.
The suspension architecture comprises front and rear independent axles with coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers and torsion bar, enhancing vehicle stability and ride quality across uneven and rugged terrains. The platform rides on 385 /80 R20 tubeless run-flat tires, supported by a Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS), allowing real-time tire pressure modulation to adapt to varying surface conditions.
Braking performance is ensured through a dual-circuit air-over-hydraulic system with ventilated disc brakes on all wheels, supplemented by an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) to maintain directional control and minimize stopping distances under adverse or emergency braking scenarios.
Weight and Dimensions
The Utility variants of the JLTV A1 family weigh approximately 6,170 kilograms with a payload capacity of about 3,930 kilograms, giving the vehicle a total Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 10,190 kilograms. The vehicle measures 5,530 millimeters in length, with a height of 3,280 millimeters. Its width is about 2,420 millimeters. It also features a wheelbase of 3,683 millimeters. With a ground clearance of 411 millimeters, the vehicle is designed for optimal off-road performance and obstacle navigation.
Performance
Engineered for superior performance in challenging environments, the JLTV A1 boasts a remarkable power-to-weight ratio of approximately 34 horsepower per ton. It is capable of reaching a maximum speed of 110 km/h and offers an operational range of up to 500 kilometers on a single fuel load. With approach and departure angles of 48° and 38.5°, respectively, the vehicle demonstrates exceptional capability in navigating steep inclines and uneven terrain. Its turning radius of 8.1 meters ensures high maneuverability, while its ability to ford water depths of up to 760 millimeters further enhances its operational flexibility. Designed for rugged conditions, the JLTV A1 can ascend gradients of up to 60% and traverse lateral slopes of 40%, making it a dependable platform for off-road and combat missions.
Features
The JLTV A1 Utility variant accommodates a crew of 2, with two doors. The variant is specifically engineered to fulfill a wide range of tactical support roles, including cargo transport, logistics operations, and equipment carriage. It also provides essential capabilities for mission command, maintenance, and resupply tasks at the tactical level. To ensure crew survivability in hostile environments, the vehicle features an armored cab with scalable protection levels compliant with STANAG 4569. Its V-shaped hull enhances defense against mines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs), while also offering protection from small arms fire, artillery fragments, and underbody blasts. For strategic deployment, the JLTV A1 Utility is fully air-transportable via C-130 Hercules, C-17 Globemaster III, and C-5 Galaxy aircraft, and can be sling-loaded beneath CH-47 Chinook and CH-53 Super Stallion helicopters, ensuring rapid mobility across various operational theaters.
Protection and Armament
The Oshkosh JLTV A1 is engineered to deliver superior protection and survivability on the modern battlefield. It features an advanced armored hull designed to withstand small arms fire, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and underbody blasts, offering a level of protection that significantly exceeds that of its predecessor, the Humvee. The vehicle incorporates scalable armor kits, allowing it to be adapted to mission-specific threats while maintaining mobility. In terms of armament, the JLTV A1 can be equipped with a variety of weapon systems, including a remote weapon station (RWS) armed with a 7.62mm or 12.7mm machine gun, grenade launchers, or anti-tank guided missiles. This flexibility ensures the vehicle can perform a wide range of combat roles while keeping its crew safe in high-threat environments.
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