Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Protection Kits

The Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Protection Kits program, managed by the Army, aims to enhance the survivability of tactical vehicles through the procurement of advanced protection kits. These kits are designed to provide ballistic protection for various types of tactical vehicles, including Medium Tactical Vehicles (MTV) and Heavy Tactical Vehicles (HTV). The primary goal is to ensure that these vehicles can withstand threats encountered during combat operations, thereby safeguarding the personnel inside. This initiative aligns with the National Defense Strategy by equipping vehicles with armor that meets Mine Resistant, Ambush Protected (MRAP) standards.

For Heavy Tactical Vehicles, the focus is on procuring Heavy Equipment Transporter System (HETS) Urban Survivability Kits (HUSK). These kits replace existing cabs with armored versions that offer enhanced protection levels. The HUSK is specifically designed for HETS M1070A1 and Enhanced Heavy Equipment Transporter System (EHETS) M1300 Tractors, enabling them to transport heavy equipment safely during Large Scale Ground Combat Operations. The objective is to achieve a 30% armor kit availability across the Army's tactical wheeled vehicle fleet, thus providing greater operational flexibility and ensuring soldier safety.

The Medium Tactical Vehicles Protection Kit Suite includes Long Term Armor Strategy components such as B-kits for side armor and C-kits for underbody armor. These kits are essential for improving occupant survivability against various attack forms. Additionally, Fuel Tank Fire Suppression systems are integrated to prevent fire hazards in combat scenarios. Although there is no request for MTVs in FY 2025, previous investments have been directed towards achieving the Army Procurement Objective of equipping a significant number of these vehicles with necessary protection enhancements.

While there is no FY 2025 request for Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTV), past efforts have focused on developing Explosively Formed Penetrator (EFP) kits. These kits upgrade vehicle doors with EFP armor to counter specific threats effectively. The overall objective of the Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Protection Kits program is to support Army modernization efforts by ensuring that tactical vehicles are equipped with state-of-the-art protective measures, thereby enhancing their capability to operate in diverse and challenging environments.