Valanx

Summary

The BAE Systems Valanx was one of six competitors for a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle that will supplement the Humvee.[1] The Valanx featured lightweight advanced armour and a V-hull for crew protection.[2] It was developed with Navistar.

Valanx
The Valanx during the JLTV Technology Development phase.
TypeSurvivable Light Armored Vehicle, 4-door truck
Place of originUnited States
Production history
ManufacturerBAE Systems Inc.
Specifications

Secondary
armament
up to four M7 smoke grenade dischargers
Operational
range
300 miles (480 km)
Maximum speed Forward
Road: 70 mph (110 km/h)
Off road: varies
Reverse: 8 mph (13 km/h)

The Valanx was not selected for the Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) phase of the program.[3]

References edit

  1. ^ "First Look: Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV)". Defense Tech. 2010-06-04. Retrieved 2012-02-09.
  2. ^ "BAE Systems and Navistar Unveil Joint Light Tactical Vehicle Prototype at AUSA Winter Symposium". BAE Systems. 2008-02-27. Retrieved 2012-02-06.
  3. ^ Army and Marine Corps pick JLTV winners - DoDBuzz.com, August 23, 2012

External links edit

  • The Valanx Project Official Website
  • DefenseTech website article about The Valanx project