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HEAVY EXPANDED MOBILITY TACTICAL TRUCK A4

HEMTT A4

Built by the premier tactical wheeled vehicle manufacturer for the U.S. Military, the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT) A4 is engineered to surmount the toughest environments – on and off the battlefield. Proven in the crucible of modern combat, the HEMTT A4 has saved many lives while accomplishing the toughest missions.

Equipped with significant advancements in power, maintenance, and safety, featuring a robust 500-horsepower Caterpillar® C15 engine, the HEMTT A4 effortlessly navigates even the most challenging terrains, ensuring seamless and efficient operations.

INNOVATION. EXPERTISE. PERFORMANCE.

DEVELOPING TECHNOLOGIES THAT DRIVE THE FUTURE

Discover why Oshkosh Defense’s HEMTT A4 stands as the ultimate heavy tactical vehicle, showcasing its unrivaled power, versatility, and cutting-edge features that make it the preferred choice for mission-critical operations on the modern battlefield.

HEMTT A4 driving up a muddy slope in the mountains.

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UNMATCHED VERSATILITY, POWER & ADVANCED SAFETY FEATURES

UNMATCHED MOBILITY CAPABILITIES

The HEMTT A4 features greater horsepower than its predecessor to ensure unparalleled mobility, complementing its enhanced power, versatility, and safety features for seamless and agile operations on any battlefield.

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As the mission field continues to evolve, so does the HEMTT A4 cab, which offers greater comfort and safety for mission success. These protection features include heavy-duty cab mounts and attachments advancing a modular approach to personnel protection.

HEMTT A4 Protection Features:

  • LTAS B-kit ready
  • Armor attachments
  • Integrated under cab protection
  • Gunner Protection Kit (GPK) mount
  • Machine gun mount
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The HEMTT A4 is built with advanced technology and innovative design, setting new standards for heavy tactical vehicles’ efficiency and capabilities.

HEMTT A4 Technology Features:

  • Prognostic and Predictive Maintenance through Condition Based Maintentance (CBM) and CBM +
  • Drive-by-Wire capabilities
  • Fuel efficiency and demand reduction modifications
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UNMATCHED VERSATILITY, POWER & ADVANCED SAFETY FEATURES

UNMATCHED MOBILITY CAPABILITIES

The HEMTT A4 features greater horsepower than its predecessor to ensure unparalleled mobility, complementing its enhanced power, versatility, and safety features for seamless and agile operations on any battlefield.

As the mission field continues to evolve, so too does the HEMTT A4 cab, which offers greater comfort and safety for mission success. These protection features include heavy-duty cab mounts and attachments advancing a modular approach to personnel protection.

HEMTT A4 Protection Features:

  • LTAS B-kit ready
  • Armor attachments
  • Integrated under cab protection
  • Gunner Protection Kit (GPK) mount
  • Machine gun mount

The HEMTT A4 is built with advanced technology and innovative design, setting new standards for heavy tactical vehicles’ efficiency and capabilities.

HEMTT A4 Technology Features:

  • Prognostic and Predictive Maintenance through Condition Based Maintentance (CBM) and CBM +
  • Drive-by-Wire capabilities
  • Fuel efficiency and demand reduction modifications
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HEMTT A4 VARIANTS
Load Handling System (LHS)
Cargo Truck
Fuel Servicing Truck (Tanker)
Light Equipment Transporter
Patriot Tractor
Recovery Truck (Wrecker)
Guided Missile Transporter
Cargo / MLRS Resupply

HEMTT A4 Load Handling System (LHS)

The Oshkosh® HEMTT A4 Load Handling System (LHS) is built to tackle evolving challenges in the operational environment, providing unmatched versatility and power for mission success. With the ability to transport an 11-ton (9,979 kg) payload along with an 11-ton (9,979 kg) payload trailer, it maximizes efficiencies and safety by allowing operators to load and unload cargo from the Long-Term Armor Strategy-ready cab (LTAS) without the need for additional material handling equipment.

HEMTT A4 LHS Features

  • NATO standard flatracks
  • US Army CROP
  • 11-ton (9,979 kg) payload
  • 11-ton (9,979 kg) payload trailer
  • LTAS B-kit ready
  • Gunner Protection Kit (GPK) mount
HEMTT A4 with a Load Handling System in a desert landscape.

WHILE OUT ON PATROL, MY TRUCK STRUCK AN IED, WHICH DAMAGED THE BACK PART OF THE TRUCK. ME AND MY CREW OF THREE OTHER SOLDIERS WALKED AWAY WITHOUT A SCRATCH.

Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army

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