David
Thu January 16, 2003 11:05pm
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HMMWV High Mobility Multi
Function: The HMMWV provides a variety of wheeled vehicle platforms. These are cargo/troop carrier, armament carrier, TOW missile system carrier, shelter carrier and two ambulance variants (2- and 4-litter). The HMMWV will also be the prime mover for the AN/TRC-170 Radio Digital Terminal and the Pedestal Mounted Stinger System.
Description: The M998 is the baseline vehicle for the M998 series of 1 1/4-ton trucks, which are known as the HMMWV vehicles. The HMMWV vehicles include 11 variants. They are: M998 Cargo/Troop Carrier; M1038 Cargo/Troop Carrier, with winch; M1043 Armament Carrier; M1044 Armament Carrier, with winch; M1045 TOW Carrier; M1046 TOW Carrier, with winch; M997 Ambulance, basic armor 4-Litter; M1035 Ambulance, 2-Litter; M1037 Shelter Carrier; M1042 Shelter Carrier, with winch; M1097 Heavy HMMWV (payload of 4,400 pounds). All HMMWVS are designed for use over all types of roads, in all weather conditions and are extremely effective in the most difficult terrain. The HMMWVS high power-to-weight ratio, four wheeled drive and high ground clearance combine to give it outstanding cross-country mobility.
General Characteristics, HMMWV
Length:
15 feet (4.57 meters)
Width:
7.08 feet (2.16 meters)
Weight:
5,200 pounds (2,359 kilograms)
Height:
6.00 feet (1.83 meters) reducible to 4.5 feet (1.37 meters)
Engine:
9.92 feet (3 meters)
Horsepower:
150 at 3,600 RPM
Transmission:
3 speed, automatic
Transfer case:
2 speed, locking, chain driven
Electrical system:
24 volt, negative ground, 60 amps
Brakes:
Hydraulic, 4-wheeled disc
Fording depth:
Without preparation: 2.5 feet (76.2 centimeters)
With deep water fording kit: 5 feet (1.5 meters)
Fuel type:
Diesel
Fuel capacity:
25 gallons (94.63 liters)
Range:
350 miles (563.15 kilometers) highway
Unit Replacement Cost:
$50,000
Inventory:
19,598
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