Oshkosh M-ATV
Overview
Oshkosh M-ATV
M-ATV mine resistant ambush protected vehicle with 12.7mm M2HB heavy machine gun.
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United Arab Emirates
Saudi Arabia
Description
Introduction
The M-ATV is a modern era armored personnel carrier of US origin. In the US MRAP All Terrain Vehicle (M-ATV) program five contenders took part and the Oshkosh vehicle was selected in 2009. The M-ATV program was to result in a vehicle that would be as well protected as previous MRAP vehicles but with a lower weight and much better mobility. The M-ATV is to replace most HMMWV weapon carriers in patrol and specialist roles.
Design
The M-ATV is based on the proven MTVR 4x4 truck chassis and features the same independent suspension. The Caterpillar engine is mounted at the front, the protected crew cabin is in the middle and the unprotected cargo area is at the rear. The M-ATV can be adopted to various roles by installing different mission specific equipment on the 2 t payload area at the rear. The crew cabin features a V-shaped hull and armament on the roof.
Firepower
A variety of armament can be installed on the roof and includes the 7.62mm MAG machine gun, the 12.7mm M2HB heavy machine gun, the 40mm Mk 19 grenade launcher and the TOW anti-tank guided weapon. Currently the armament is installed on a ring mount with gun shield and all round protection with vision blocks. A remotely operated weapon system can also be fitted.
Protection
The M-ATV is very well protected against IED attacks with its V-shaped hull. An optional improved belly armor kit is available. The steel armor and bullet proof glass protect the crew from small arms fire and shell splinters
Mobility
The 4x4 chassis with independent suspension and the Caterpillar 370 hp diesel engine provide a very good mobility both on and off road. The maximum road speed is 105 km/h and the range is over 500 km. The M-ATV is also able to travel at high speeds on dirt roads. The run flat tires allow the vehicle to travel at 50 km/h up to a range of 50 km. With its lower center of gravity the M-ATV is much less prone to tipping over than previous generations of MRAPs.
Users
The M-ATV has been ordered in large quantities by the US armed forces and is actively used in Afghanistan and Iraq. The UAE and various other nation acquired significant quantities of M-ATV.
Media
M-ATV
M-ATV with mine roller in use in Afghanistan.
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M-ATV ambulance
M-ATV in the ambulance role, possibly a prototype vehicle.
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M-ATV
Forward view of M-ATV with various anti-IED equipment installed.
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M-ATV
Rear view of M-ATV with M240 machine gun in use in Afghanistan.
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M-ATV in the field without turret installed.
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Details
Weapon options
Browning M2HB
The M2HB heavy machine gun is the most common weapon option seen on the M-ATV. This can be mounted in the one man turret or overhead weapon system.
Mk 19 MOD 3
The Mk 19 Mod 3 automatic grenade launcher can be mounted in the one man turret.