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Heavy Tactical Trucks · United States · 1982
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HEMTT
HEMTT Photo: CPT Chuck Mussi, U.S. Army · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain Use of this image does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD).
* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Payload
85
Towing Capacity
80
Off-Road Mobility
88
Reliability
90
Operational Range
82
Durability
92
Versatility
87
Maintainability
85
Technology
75
Cost-Effectiveness
88
Origin United States
ManufacturerOshkosh
CategoryHeavy Tactical Trucks
EraCold War
In service1982
Operators5 countries
Quantity12,000
Data Quality87%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
85
Heavy Tactical Trucks MASS Rating
1/2
Cold War
1/10
All-Time
Heavy Tactical Trucks · 10 axes scored
Payload
85
Towing Capacity
80
Off-Road Mobility
88
Reliability
90
Operational Range
82
Durability
92
Versatility
87
Maintainability
85
Technology
75
Cost-Effectiveness
88
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the heavy tactical trucks category.
01 / Overview
HEMTT
Prime contractor
Production
1982–
Quantity
12,000
Unit Price (current)
$746.4K↗ 24% inflation · 2020→2025
Original Price
$600.0K (2020)
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
HEAVY TACTICAL TRUCKS · COLD WAR
1
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
90
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
$746.4K
Original: $600.0K (2020)
Inflation: +%24
85
heavy tactical trucks category
ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the heavy tactical trucks category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General6MOD.6
  • Vehicle TypeHeavy Tactical Truck
  • Service Entry Year1982
  • Crew2
  • Seating Capacity2
  • Drive Configuration6x6
  • In ServiceYes
◈Weights & Load4MOD.4
  • Curb Weight13.5 kg
  • Gross Vehicle Weight15 kg
  • Payload Capacity7 kg
  • Towing Capacity7 kg
▣Powertrain8MOD.8
  • Engine TypeCaterpillar C15 diesel
  • Engine Power515 hp
  • TransmissionAllison 4‑speed automatic
  • Fuel TypeDiesel
  • Fuel Capacity1,136 L
  • Top Speed105 km/h
  • Range480 km
  • AmphibiousNo
◇Dimensions4MOD.4
  • Length9.5 m
  • Width2.6 m
  • Height2.7 m
  • Wheelbase4 m
◆Mobility5MOD.5
⬢Special Function4MOD.4
▲Production3MOD.3
  • Total Production12,000
  • Unit Cost600,000 USD
  • Operators5
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
  1. 1982Production started
44
years in service
12,000
units produced
5
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
04 / Operators
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE5terms
Designation for military vehicles capable of being airlifted by fixed-wing or rotary-wing aircraft, typically via cargo aircraft like the C-130 or CH-47.
A system enabling real-time adjustment of tire pressure in light tactical vehicles to optimize terrain adaptability and mobility.
A vehicle-mounted crane system, often from HIAB, used for lifting and transporting heavy loads in tactical operations.
Tires designed to allow a vehicle to continue operating for a limited distance after a puncture, typically by using reinforced sidewalls or internal support.
A mechanical device used to pull or lift heavy loads via a cable or rope, commonly integrated into light tactical vehicles for recovery or cargo operations.
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