The M-ATV is a lightweight, all-terrain, armored vehicle designed by Oshkosh Corporation for military use. It features a V-shaped hull to protect against IEDs, a turret for artillery, and flat tires for temporary mobility. It has a large payload capacity and safety features like anti-lock brakes and air conditioning.
An M-ATV is a vehicle designed by the Oshkosh Corporation based in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States. It is considered a MRAP vehicle, or Mine Resistance Ambush Protection, as well as an all-terrain vehicle capable of driving over extremely difficult terrain. This vehicle is used primarily for military applications for the United States Army, although the Polish Army also uses the M-ATV in combat situations. This armored vehicle is designed to be lightweight and maneuverable while offering the same level of protection as the larger and heavier MRAP vehicles previously used in military applications.
The M-ATV is usually equipped with various artillery, and the top of the vehicle features a turret that allows the gunner to position the weapon or weapons anywhere in a 360 degree rotation. The vehicle itself is armored to protect passengers from bullets and other artillery or shrapnel, and the M-ATV’s hull features a V-shape that will protect passengers from IEDs, or improvised blasts from explosive devices. These IEDs became common weapons during the war in Afghanistan, as well as the war in Iraq, so vehicle redesigns became necessary to counter the devastating effects of IED blasts.
Flat tires are also included on the M-ATV; These pneumatic tires will allow the driver to continue driving at a reduced speed even if the tires go flat. This is a temporary solution, of course, but the driver will still be able to operate the machine long enough and far enough to get out of hostile situations as needed. However, the handling and stability of the vehicle will be affected, and the driver must be trained to operate the vehicle after a puncture or multiple punctures. The engine bay can also take a large round bullet and still work for a short distance, again to help the driver maneuver the vehicle out of a hostile situation.
The M-ATV’s payload capacity is large enough to accommodate most military operations, though it may be smaller than larger MRAP vehicles that are heavier and less maneuverable. It will have some of the same safety and handling controls that a normal vehicle would offer, such as anti-lock brakes, traction control and even air conditioning. Communication capabilities may vary, although the M-ATV will feature multiple power ports for charging portable communications devices and other devices that require a power source to operate. The vehicle is likely to have multiple batteries for regular operations, as well as for the operation of peripheral devices.
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