Could the U.S. Army and Marine Corps Get Hybrid Vehicles?

[rangerrebew]

 January 27, 2022

Could the U.S. Army and Marine Corps Get Hybrid Vehicles?
by Caleb Larson Follow @calebmlarson on Twitter L

Oshkosh Defense, the company behind the U.S. Army and Marine Corps’ Joint Light Tactical Vehicle, recently unveiled a hybrid-electric version of their Humvee replacement. The “eJLTV,” which Oshkosh has been working on for years, is reportedly capable of being operated silently.

“For many years, we’ve been developing, testing, and evolving hybrid-electric variants of our heavy and medium-duty tactical wheeled vehicles,” John Bryant, President of Oshkosh Defense, explained in the company’s media statement.

“Now, with the eJLTV, we’re offering our military customers an affordable way to electrify their light tactical wheeled vehicle fleet without compromising the off-road performance or superior protection necessary in combat operations.” 

https://nationalinterest.org/blog/buzz/could-us-army-and-marine-corps-get-hybrid-vehicles-200036

[rangerrebew]

I think vehicles fueled by Pixie Dust is the best answer.

[GtHawk]

Never underestimate the ability of government agencies to do something really stupid. How heavy would the batterie paks be and how much life saving armament would be sacrificed to be PC Gaia worshipers?

[AARguy]

The Marines bought hybrid dune buggies over 25 years ago. The military helped develop them. Special forces have them too. If they are acquiring more now for the entire force... its just MORE. By the way, in battery mode they are very nicely SILENT.