OSHKOSH, WIS. (June 4, 2007) – Oshkosh Truck Corporation [NYSE: OSK] today introduced the new HT-Series™ snow tractor at the Airfield Operations Area (AOA) annual conference in Milwaukee, Wis. The HT-Series snow tractor is engineered and designed as a Multi-Tasking Equipment (MTE) vehicle and is built specifically for airport snow removal operations. The product’s unveiling was broadcast live on the Internet beginning at 7:45 AM CDT this morning at www.oshkoshtruck.com/unveiling. Following the live broadcast, the program will be available on-demand at the same website.
A multi-tasking, all-purpose vehicle in the truest sense of the word, the HT-Series snow tractor can perform a myriad of functions, including plowing, brooming, scraping and deicing.
“We’ve spent a great deal of time and resources meeting with our customers to discuss their needs and priorities for multi-tasking equipment,” said Tim Kiefer, vice president of Airport/ Municipal Products at Oshkosh Truck. “The result is the HT-Series snow tractor. It’s the most versatile and best performing multi-tasking unit available today and will lead the segment in North America from day one.”
The HT-Series snow tractor offers superior maneuverability with larger plows and brooms. When teamed with the available ALL STEER® electronic all-wheel steering system, it can complete a runway U-turn within just 75 feet, wall to wall, with a 24-foot plow. When outfitted with a combination of front plow and a tow-behind steered broom, the HT-Series can produce an open runway faster than comparable snow and ice removal vehicles.
“Multi-tasking equipment is a growing trend in the industry, and it’s something we’ve been researching and developing for the past 2 years to improve the state-of-the-art,” said Kiefer. “When properly outfitted, the HT-Series snow tractor can dramatically reduce the amount of time and personnel required to clear a runway.”
The vehicle features a state-of-the-art cab introduced last year on the H-Series™ chassis. This cab offers a wrap-around front windshield that has no corner post blind spots, and rear three-quarter and lower front windows that give the operator a birds-eye view of all attachments and mounts. The cab also features conveniently located controls and a compact electronic dash pod to maximize visibility and create a more focused and safe driving environment for the operator. Additionally, an optional air-ride second seat has been added to comfortably accommodate a supervisor or trainer through an entire shift. Power windows, automotive style “set-it-and-forget-it” digital climate controls, and even two cup holders are included.
Oshkosh Truck Corporation [NYSE: OSK] is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of a broad range of specialty access equipment, commercial, fire and emergency and military vehicles and vehicle bodies. Oshkosh’s products are valued worldwide by concrete placement companies, rental companies, fire and emergency units, defense forces, municipal and airport support services, and refuse businesses where high quality, superior performance, rugged reliability and long-term value are paramount. For more information, visit www.oshkoshtruck.com.
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