LTV Prototype
Abstract
The High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) is a lightweight, high performance, four-wheel drive, air transportable and air droppable, high mobility tactical wheeled vehicle. The HMMWV consists of a basic design with several variants including Cargo/Utility, Armament Carrier, Ambulance, Shelter Carrier and Armored Armament Carrier. RDT&E efforts support the integration and assessment of crew protection and safety improvements to the Light Tactical Vehicle (LTV). FY 2011 funding supports improvements to the HMMWV family of vehicles through the development of an ambulance variant on the Expanded Capacity Vehicle (ECV) chassis. Utilizing current production chassis for the ambulance variant incorporates engine technologies and maintainability improvements, which will result in decreased operational support costs. The FY10 Congressional Add funds fire suppression systems. Vehicle fires continue to be a significant cause for the number of crew casualties and equipment damage. The Congressional Funding for Fire Suppression systems will allow us to evaluate water-based extinguishing agents and delivery hardware for their ability to suppress external and internal vehicle fires as well as address aviation applications. The cooling effect, re-ignition prevention, environmental safety, and toxicity of the agents will be assessed. A novel tank fuel design will also be tested for its fire resistance against ballistic threats. Results of this program will form the basis of recommendations to Soldiers and Vehicle Program Managers for improved fire protection.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2012
- Source ID
- E40_0604642A_5_2040_PB_2012
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