The Oshkosh M-ATV is a mine-resistant ambush protected (MRAP) vehicle developed by the Oshkosh Corporation for the MRAP All Terrain Vehicle (M-ATV) program. Intended to replace M1114 HMMWVs (Humvee), it is designed to provide the same levels of protection as the larger and heavier previous MRAPs, but with improved mobility. [5]

The MAT-V is the result of the Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) chassis combined to the TAK-4 suspension and married with the V-shaped Plasan designed armored hull (already developed for the initial proposal Northrop Grumman/Oshkosh JLTV TD). The V-shape offers full protection against IED attacks.

It is important that the M-ATV Operator’s Manual be thoroughly read and understood before driving the M-ATV. The operator must become accustomed to the “feel” of the M-ATV and learn its capabilities and limitations in order to maintain control while driving this vehicle.

Oshkosh's M-ATV offers high performance and the utmost protection for soldiers. Variants include special forces, assault, engineer, command, and utility.

Nov 22, 2024 · - M1277: is equipped with a Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (CROWS) for added firepower and increased situational awareness. - M1245: is designed for Special Operations forces and includes features such as enhanced suspension, improved mobility, and a higher power-to-weight ratio.

I photographed this Oshkosh M1245 SOCOM Special Forces vehicle during the Vietnam Veterans honoring ceremony at Fort Lewis in 2014. Based on the OshKosh M1240 MATV, the M1245 is part of the MRAP (Mine Resistant Ambush Protected) program that also included the International/Navistar MaxxPro MRAP.

Apr 26, 2016 · Finally, the last chapter deals with M1245 M-ATV, a SOCOM variant of the vehicle. It shows the massive impact protection profile below the front bumper, and protected cargo compartment behind the armored crew capsule for storing ammunition and personal equipment.

Other M-ATV variants in service with the US Military include the M1245 SOCOM Special Forces Vehicle and M-ATV Tactical Ambulance, both put into service in 2010. In addition, Oshkosh Defense has also produced other variants of the M-ATV and hopes they will find a …

Information, specifications and photos of the M-ATV vehicle as used by U.S. special operations units.

The M1245 M-ATV Special Forces Vehicle (SFV) is a variant of the M1240 M-ATV "Base" Vehicle and used by some of the different units in the US' Special Operations Command (SOCOM). The M1245 is also referred to as the M-ATV SOCOM Vehicle as well.