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Polaris MRZR

Tuesday, May 29th, 2012

The new MRZR from Polaris Defense is available in both 2 and 4-seat models along with optional rearward facing seats in the rear cargo area. Additionally, the MRZR 4 can accommodate 1 or 2 litters longitudinally in place of cargo or seats.

Powered by a 88 hp 875 cc Polaris Prostar engine it incorporates a keyless ignition. It’s a full height (60”) vehicle but has a tool-less collapsing roll-cage to fit into the CV-22’s cabin. And with a 60″ width, the RZR maintains a low CG so you won’t have to worry about rolling over while negotiating a turn. For off-road performance, Polaris provides electronic power steering as well as a winch to get you out of a jam. To top off its tactical accessories it includes blackout drive lights and is IR capable.

The Polaris MRZR 2 & 4 are available for unit and agency orders from ADSinc.com.

Tags: ADS Inc, Polaris Defense
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SOLIC – Polaris MRZR4

Wednesday, May 23rd, 2012

The MRZR4 boasts 88 horsepower with a top speed of over 60 mph. Offering 14″ of suspension travel and 12″ of ground clearance, it is CV22 compatible. The cab frames fold in order to gain the needed clearance for the Osprey’s cabin.

The seats incorporate 4-point harnesses and are designed to accommodate an operator in full kit.

The cargo area is modular and will accept 2 seats, 2 longitudinal litters or simply cargo.

Look for more info soon.

www.polaris.com

Tags: Polaris, SOLIC
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SOFIC – ATV Corp Prowler

Wednesday, May 23rd, 2012

Small unit mobility continues to be a key requirement, with several companies offering solutions including ATV Corp.

www.atvcorp.com

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SOLIC – Polaris Defense Non-Pneumatic Tire

Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012

The Polaris Defense Non-Pneumatic Tire doesn’t go flat. It makes a great companion for their MRZR 2 & 4 all terrain vehicles.

www.polarisdefense.com

Tags: Polaris Defense, SOLIC
Posted in Mobility, MRO | 7 Comments »

The BHI Gauer

Thursday, May 17th, 2012

We happen to love Pinzgauers and Blackheart International owns one. It has accompanied us to the range each day throughout our foreign weapons course, hauling weapons and ammunition to and fro.

Sure, I could have embedded this photo in one of the segments on the training, but this one stands out. A lot of companies own cool guy vehicles but they keep them as show pieces. The BHI Gauer is very much a reflection of the company; it’s a workhorse. As you can see, it gets used regularly.

www.BHIgear.com

Tags: Blackheart International, Pinzgauer
Posted in Industry, Mobility, Morale | 3 Comments »

Fuel Efficient Ground Vehicle Demonstrator (Bravo version)

Friday, May 4th, 2012

Last week, the US Army unveiled the Fuel Efficient ground vehicle Demonstrator (Bravo version) or FED Bravo.

The Army collaborated with 18 students at the College for Creative Studies, or CCS, in Detroit to design the concept vehicle to meet specific Army requirements for fuel economy, performance, protection, payload and interior layout.

FED Bravo sports a Ford 4.4-liter twin turbocharged V8 diesel engine capable of producing 268 hp. Other features include:

• Road-coupled parallel hybrid drive system. The front axle is powered by an electric motor, while the rear-wheel drive is linked to a hybrid fuel-powered and electric system.

• Integrated starter-generator that shuts off the engine during idle time and restarts it when the driver presses the accelerator which improves fuel economy and reduces emissions.

• Six-speed auto transmission coupled with an advanced lithium-ion battery with high energy and power density.

• The full-power hydraulic brake system with antilock brakes is combined with the vehicle’s steering system to supply the hydraulic pressure demands for the steering, eliminating a second pump and improving efficiency.

• Carbon ceramic brake rotors with advanced coating for durability, plus low-drag aluminum brake calipers.

• Tubular space from chassis for better rigidity-to-weight ratio combined with armored cab and V-shaped hull for protection from blasts.

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You Never Know What You’ll See on Capitol Hill

Wednesday, March 28th, 2012

Here I am, walking along amongst the Senate office buildings on Capitol Hill in the city of Washington, when what do I come up upon?

This CROWS was hard at work demonstrating its integrated capabilities to Congressional staffers.

Tags: CROWS
Posted in Congress, Mobility, weapons | 7 Comments »

That’s a Grim Looking Panel

Thursday, February 23rd, 2012

(Photo by SSG Marcus Butler, USASOC Public Affairs)

This photo shows (From left to right) NASCAR President Mike Helton, North Carolina Governor Bev Perdue, USASOC Commanding General Lt. Gen. John F. Mulholland and Executive Director of the North Carolina Military Foundation Lance DeSpain. They were all together last week at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida to announce the historic partnership to make military vehicles safer for Special Operations Soldiers and to share innovations benefiting all parties involved.

It’s an interesting proposition. The NC ‘automotive’ industry aka NASCAR will share technical data with USASOC (and vice versa) that might assist the other. In my opinion, there may well be some safety technologies or TTPs that come out of this but considering the drastic difference between a GMVS and a highly modified sprint car, I wouldn’t expect much more. This just feels ‘gimmicky’.

Maybe that’s why everyone in the photo looks so unhappy to be there.

Tags: NASCAR, USASOC
Posted in Mobility | 2 Comments »