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M1083A1 SERIES EQUIPMENT, DESCRIPTION AND
DATA
EQUIPMENT, CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES, AND FEATURES
Characteristics
The MTV's are a series of 6x6 tactical vehicles designed for use over all types of roads,
cross-country terrain, and in all weather conditions. The cab and chassis for all vehicle
models are similar. Each vehicle model is equipped with a unique body and may be
equipped with other auxiliary equipment depending on vehicle mission.
Capabilities
1.
The vehicle operates in temperatures from -25 F to 120 F (-32 C to 49 C) and to
-50 F (-46 C) with arctic kit(s) installed.
2.
The vehicle can ford water up to 30 in. (76 cm) deep for 15 minutes without damage
or requiring maintenance before operation can continue.
3.
The normal operating range for the vehicle is 300 mi (483 km), based on 54 gal (204
L) of usable fuel and vehicle at maximum gross vehicle weight when operated at an
average speed of 25 mph (40 km/h). Varying loads, prolonged idle, use of Power
Take-Off (PTO), off-road driving, and climatic conditions will affect operating range.
4.
Tiedown points are located so that the vehicle can be restrained in all directions
during air transport in C-130 and C-141 aircraft. The vehicles are capable of being
transported by highway, rail, and sea.
Features
1.
An in-line, six-cylinder, 440 cid (7.2 L), turbocharged diesel engine, producing 330 hp
(246 kW).
2.
An automatic transmission with seven forward speeds and one reverse speed. The
transmission incorporates an integral transfer case. Normal mode is used when
operating the vehicle under usual conditions. Off-road mode is used when operating
on unimproved road surfaces. When operating in the normal mode, 70 percent of
the power is distributed to the rear axles and 30 percent to the front axle. When
operating in the off-road mode, power is evenly distributed between front and rear
axles.
3.
The braking system is equipped with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). ABS monitors
wheel speeds at all times and controls braking during wheel lock situations.
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