Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) Engineering and Manufacturing Development Phase (EMD)

The Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) Engineering and Manufacturing Development Phase is a collaborative initiative led by the United States Army in partnership with the U.S. Marine Corps. The primary goal is to develop a family of vehicles that offer enhanced protection, performance, and networked mobility for military personnel and payloads across diverse operational scenarios. A key objective is to improve upon the existing fleet by maximizing commonality among vehicle components, maintenance procedures, and training to reduce overall ownership costs. The program also aims to ensure that unique service requirements are minimized while maintaining effective competition throughout the vehicle lifecycle.

The JLTV program supports modernization efforts through technology insertions such as predictive logistics, vetronics, Victory Architecture, and autonomous operations. These efforts are designed to refine operational requirements and gather early user feedback to support future sustainment and operational movement concepts. For Fiscal Year 2025, significant resources are directed towards developing Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) and Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV). These vehicles aim to enhance capabilities like silent mobility, reduced fuel consumption, increased automotive performance, and integrated charging systems, aligning with Army Demand Reduction strategies.

Additionally, the program focuses on engineering advancements including the development of 3PMSF winter tires, force protection enhancements, suspension improvements, and signature management mitigations. These initiatives are intended to bolster vehicle performance in various environments while addressing emerging technological needs. The continuation of live fire evaluation testing and contractor support for these tests are also integral components of the program's objectives for ongoing development and validation.

The JLTV Engineering and Manufacturing Development Phase seeks to leverage cutting-edge technologies to deliver a versatile and cost-effective tactical vehicle solution for the U.S. military. By prioritizing innovation in vehicle design and functionality, the program aims to meet current operational demands while preparing for future challenges in multi-domain operations.