Tactical Vehicles

The LI 6028 - Tactical Vehicles program is a Navy budget line item under Other Procurement, specifically supporting Civil Engineering Support Equipment. Its primary objective is to procure and recapitalize a range of light and medium tactical vehicles essential for Navy Expeditionary Forces. These vehicles directly enable operational capabilities for missions such as Distributed Maritime Operations, Expeditionary Advanced Base Operations, and Pacific Posture initiatives. The program aims to maintain readiness, enhance force protection, and support humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations, while also ensuring interoperability with joint and partner forces.

The line item funds several specific vehicle platforms, each with targeted goals. The Medium Service Support Vehicle (MSSV) is procured to equip Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) forces, providing the transport capacity needed for Expeditionary Mine Counter Measures (ExMCM) missions. MSSVs are critical for moving personnel and equipment, including 11M RHIBs, unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), remotely-operated vehicles (ROVs), and EOD divers. This ensures safe passage for fleet assets in contested environments.

The Light Service Support Vehicle (LSSV) is acquired to support the Navy Expeditionary Combat Force (NECF) and newly activated Navy Cargo Handling Battalions. LSSVs offer mobility and hauling capacity for gear and equipment needed in VLS reloads, airfield and port damage repair, and maritime security operations. The program includes various LSSV configurations, such as cargo crew cabs, maintenance utility trucks, litter carriers, and EMP-protected variants, to meet diverse operational requirements and recapitalize aging fleets.

The Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) and its Service Life Extension Program (SLEP) are funded to extend the operational life of these vehicles. MTVRs support movement of ordnance, heavy equipment for VLS reloads, air asset resupply, and Maritime Prepositioning Force (MPF) operations. The SLEP involves midlife overhauls and upgrades to maintain performance, reliability, and readiness for expeditionary missions.

The Ultra-Light Tactical Vehicle (ULTV) and Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) are procured to provide agility and force protection for Naval Special Warfare (NSW) units and other expeditionary teams. These platforms enhance mobility for forward operations, support Marine Corps Forces, and improve interoperability across services. JLTVs and HMMWVs also deliver critical personnel transport and convoy security capabilities, especially in high-threat environments.

The program also funds High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWV), including up-armored variants and specialized models for nuclear weapons security. These vehicles are essential for guarding and protecting the TRIDENT II (D5LE) missile during storage, handling, and movement, supporting Strategic Weapons Facilities' security forces. HMMWV recapitalization ensures the replacement of vehicles that have reached or exceeded their service life due to age and usage.

Additional objectives within LI 6028 include integrated logistics support (ILS), force protection modifications, and acquisition support. ILS funding covers sustainment, technical support, and supply chain management for all tactical vehicle platforms. Force protection efforts involve integration of government-furnished equipment (GFE), armor modifications, and communications upgrades to enhance survivability and operational effectiveness. Acquisition support provides oversight, program management, engineering, contract administration, and quality assurance throughout the procurement process, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with operational requirements.