Logistic Vehicle Modernization Project - Replacing everything from LUVW to SHLVW

[KevinB]

US Army eyes a heavier, hybrid-powered Infantry Squad Vehicle

While the original ISV was designed to rapidly move a nine-soldier squad across rugged terrain, the ISV-H is built to do more than just transport troops.

www.militarytimes.com

US looking at a comfortable ISV.

Looks a lot like one of our LUV candidates.

A Milverado 3500 HD hybrid with lots of exportable power.

The LUV Is a different program. It was conceived shortly after the ISV adoption.

They have both conventional and hybrid options, as there are several concerns about hybrid batteries in military vehicles

As @Furniture notes above it’s basically the CUCV, 5/4 type setup. Stuff the Colorado ZR2 frame isn’t suited for. As well as a much better platform for motorizing folks in northern climates that the open design of the ISV isn’t ideal for.

While there are closed cab designs for the ISV they drop the personnel carriage to 4 or less.

 

[Kirkhill]

Roshel develops LUV that converts to armored truck in 2 hours

Canadian armored vehicle manufacturer Roshel will debut three new military platforms at CANSEC 2026 in Ottawa, leading with a modular light utility vehicle that can convert from a standard unprotected configuration to a STANAG Level 2 armored vehicle in approximately

defence-blog.com

Roshel's new idea.

A pickup truck that you can armour to STANAG Level 2 in two hours.

Based on the Ford series trucks.

 

[OldSolduer]

Roshel develops LUV that converts to armored truck in 2 hours

Canadian armored vehicle manufacturer Roshel will debut three new military platforms at CANSEC 2026 in Ottawa, leading with a modular light utility vehicle that can convert from a standard unprotected configuration to a STANAG Level 2 armored vehicle in approximately

defence-blog.com

Roshel's new idea.

A pickup truck that you can armour to STANAG Level 2 in two hours.

Based on the Ford series trucks.

Again - drive train, suspension and tires need to be able to move this and not be underpowered

 

[MilEME09]

Again - drive train, suspension and tires need to be able to move this and not be underpowered

According to Rochel is doesnt affect the performance of the vehicle. Perhaps it has a engine mode specifically for when its armoured? Sorta like a sport mode?

 

[Kirkhill]

Again - drive train, suspension and tires need to be able to move this and not be underpowered

Build that capability in from the get go. The difference between slapping some sandbags and tracks on the outside in the field to an already stressed system and bringing the vehicle up to the GVWR once the armour has been added.

The big issue, to my mind, is what you put in the back.

If you have a 2 tonne pickup and you add 1 tonne of armour you now only have a 1 tonne pickup. Plan accordingly.

 

[OldSolduer]

According to Rochel is doesnt affect the performance of the vehicle. Perhaps it has an engine mode specifically for when its armoured? Sorta like a sport mode?

I’d like to test drive one without then with, really trash it to see how durable it is

 

[PrairieFella]

I’d like to test drive one without then with, really trash it to see how durable it is

As long as it can handle tracks and trails who cares if its a bit sluggish. Not setting land speed records. I just hope they start buying shit in LUV phase 1 and 2 in earnest. Its so so so overdue.

 

[MilEME09]

I’d like to test drive one without then with, really trash it to see how durable it is

More details and im impressed at this

https://twitter.com/x/status/2059724869793632559

 

[McG]

STANAG Level 2

Is that Lvl 2 vs kinetic, explosive, arty, mines, or IED? Each threat is a different standard with different tests.

 

[MilEME09]

Is that Lvl 2 vs kinetic, explosive, arty, mines, or IED? Each threat is a different standard with different tests.

Level 2 ballistic, and level 1 blast, up armour kit to 2B i believe

 

[Kirkhill]

Roshel teams with a South African company to build an RG31 clone.

Canada’s Roshel adds a new MRAP to its lineup

A Canadian armored vehicle manufacturer unveiled an image of a new mine-resistant ambush protected vehicle at CANSEC 2026 in Ottawa, revealing the full technical specifications of the Admiral MRAP, a jointly developed platform built in partnership with South African defense

defence-blog.com

 

[FJAG]

I wish we could give acquisition preferences to Roshel - you know like on Lea & Perrins sauce "By appointment to his Majesty the King of Canada, purveyors of light and medium armoured vehicles to the Canadian Army." Then as the need for a new class or additional vehicles become identified and funding is provided, we just go and pick them up off the lot. The range of models is now so extensive and the capability to build new SEVs on a continuous production basis makes it entirely unnecessary to go elsewhere.

There are also some interesting after market conversions of the F 550 to a 6 x 6 - like this one from DBL Designs and this one from Arctic Trucks that shows what is possible.