Modification Of In Svc Equip

LI 8992DA0924 - Modification Of In-Service Equipment is a key Army budget line item within Other Procurement, Army, specifically under Tactical and Support Vehicles. The primary goal of this program is to fund modifications to the Tactical Wheeled Vehicle fleet, including trailers and enablers, to address evolving operational requirements, safety deficiencies, and technology obsolescence. By investing in upgrades and retrofits rather than new procurement, the Army aims to maintain a ready and supportable inventory that meets current mission needs and regulatory standards at a lower cost.

Funding for Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) Mod-in-Service focuses on safety and obsolescence retrofits for JLTV A0/A1 vehicles. Specific objectives include installing Multiplexed Vehicle Electrical Center (mVEC) kits and conducting obsolescence retrofits. These modifications enhance vehicle power distribution, fire suppression, shelter integration, command and control capabilities, anti-lock braking, and electronic stability control. The JLTV upgrades are part of the Army Transformation Initiative, supporting improved mission capability and compliance with emerging technologies.

Modification Hardware supports a range of safety and obsolescence retrofits for JLTV A0/A1 vehicles. Key objectives include upgrading Driver Side Display Units (DSDU), retrofitting mVECs, installing Shelter Emergency Egress Kits, implementing Starter Ground modifications, and adding Electronic Stability Control. These efforts are designed to close capability gaps, improve vehicle safety, and address hardware obsolescence.

Modification Application funding is primarily allocated to the Family of Heavy Tactical Vehicles (FHTV). This line funds the conversion of M1070A1 tractors to M1300 tractors, with modifications planned to pair with new production trailers. The objective is to meet Enhanced Heavy Equipment Transporter System (EHETS) Capability Development Document requirements, achieving payload capacity and compliance with European road permits. These upgrades ensure that the Army can transport its heaviest and tallest combat platforms, supporting tactical mobility and sustainment for Multi-Domain Operations.

HMMWV Retrofit Kits are also supported under Modification Hardware, with objectives focused on installing ABS/ESC retrofit kits to improve vehicle safety and stability. Kits are planned for installation, with additional support for program management, transportation, and field service representative support. These modifications are executed by Ricardo Defense Systems and installed at Red River Army Depot, enhancing operational safety and readiness.

The program includes upgrades to the Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV) and other platforms to reduce logistical burdens, improve transportation efficiency, and increase export power availability. These efforts align with the executive order Modernizing Defense Acquisition and Spurring Innovation in the Defense Industrial Base, and support critical operational goals for Large Scale Combat Operations and Multi-Domain Operations. The modifications also enable silent watch, extended operational range, and resilient formations, reducing the need for ancillary power generation.

The Modification Of In-Service Equipment program supports the National Defense Strategy by maintaining the Army's capacity for major combat operations, enhancing flexibility, and ensuring freedom of maneuver on dynamic battlefields. The program is also necessary for homeland defense missions, domestic emergency responses, and military support to civil authorities, as required by Section 1815 of the FY2008 National Defense Authorization Act. By addressing mission gaps, safety, and obsolescence, the program ensures that Army tactical vehicles remain effective and compliant with statutory and regulatory requirements.