5 Best U.S. Military Vehicles

Best U.S. Military Vehicles

Logistics is one of the main branches of any military. No military can progress further without the help of logistics. To fulfill this need countries around the world are working to acquire the best machine that assures safe travel.

US military is busy around the globe fighting militants. So there is always a risk of attack so the protection of soldiers is one major challenge in those regions. Although military vehicles are not that armed like armored fighting vehicles but still they carry some weaponry to guide them if some threat.

Here are the top 5 US military vehicles which provide better mobility and protection to US troops and its allies (the ranking is based on protection and firepower).

1. Oshkosh L-ATV (Light Utility/Combat Multi-Role Vehicle)
2. RG-33 (Infantry Mobility Vehicle)
3. Cougar (Infantry Mobility Vehicle)
4. General Dynamics Flyer (Light Strike Vehicle)
5. Humvee (Light Utility Vehicle)

5Humvee

Best U.S. Military Vehicles: Humvee

Humvee is the currently most used vehicle by the US military. It is a little old but still among the best. Its production started in 1985 and so far over 280,000 units are produced. Its production is stopped in favor of modern new vehicles which can provide better defense and attack. It's one disadvantage were that it lacks weaponry that why it is being replaced bt L-ATV vehicle.

This vehicle is not only active with the military but its civilian variant is also very popular and almost 4000 units are sold. It is equipped with a V-8 engine giving it’s 150 horsepower and a top speed of 70 mph.

4Flyer

Best U.S. Military Vehicles: Flyer

It comes up with both military and civilian versions. The civilian version is a little lighter and with less or almost no weaponry. It is a new vehicle that enters service in 2013. It is a little lighter in weight compare to L-ATV but can provide excellent service.

It is developed by General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems. It had different variants each with different aspects and capabilities. Weapons are 360 degrees mounted. Its operational range varies from 580 to 800 km. The top speed of the most recent version (Flyer 72) of this vehicle is almost 74mph.

3Cougar

Best U.S. Military Vehicles: Cougar

Cougar (MRAP) is mostly known for its anti-mine capabilities. It is also one of the most vehicles around the globe.

There are several models of the Cougar mine-resistant, ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles. It's Caterpillar C-7 the diesel engine produces 330 horsepower and 860 pound-feet of torque. Its maximum range in 600mph which itself in incredible.

2RG-33

Best U.S. Military Vehicles: RG-33

RG-33 is an anti-mine vehicle developed jointly by the US and South Africa.

It is successfully being used in Iraq. Armored is comprised of monocoque V-hull which provides external skin for protection. It is equipped with Cummins 400 Diesel engine which provides 400 horsepower. It is one of the best-protected vehicles in the world.

1Oshkosh L-ATV

Best U.S. Military Vehicles: Oshkosh L-ATV

Oshkosh L-ATV is another US military vehicle capable enough to withstand the harsh conditions of battle-zone. It is designed to replace the legendary Humvee vehicles which are inactive service for quite ages. Humvee was good in mobility but it lacks firepower so a need for a new vehicle was felt and L-ATV was born.

Its overall weight with full weaponry is 10,000 pounds. It is equipped with a Duramax diesel engine providing 340 horsepower and a top speed of 70 mph.