GTV's JLTV SAS Passes 80,000 Mile Benchmark

(Sterling Heights, Mich., May 15, 2008) -- General Tactical Vehicles announced today that a new semi-active suspension (SAS) system developed for its proposed Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) has passed the 80,000-mile mark in secondary and off-road testing.

The innovative SAS developed by GTV will give the U.S. military's family of JLTV vehicles a dynamic, continuous leveling ability while maneuvering, regardless of payload.

"This is revolutionary for a tactical military vehicle, significantly improving vehicle ride and reducing crew fatigue in the toughest off-road conditions," said Don Howe, GTV's senior program director for JLTV. "Our new suspension system will keep the crew focused on their mission and not distracted or impaired by terrain, cornering and speed changes."

Source : General Dynamics

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