1. EXV-1 ULTRA-LIGHT STEALTH UTILITY VEHICLE (SUV) OF USA
2. INTRODUCTION The eXV-1 is a highly maneuverable and
transportable state-of-the-art, 4x4 ultra-light mission vehicle
that was designed and developed by MILSPRAY for special operating
forces. The vehicle offers enhanced endurance parameters, increased
protection and enemy detection avoidance capabilities. The MILSPRAY
eXV-1 is operationally configured for C-130, V-22 and CH- 47
aircraft and is air droppable. MILSPRAY will introduce the eXV-1 to
the international market place at the International Armoured
Vehicle (IAV) conference and exhibition to be held in London
between 26 and 29 January 2015. MILSPRAY engineers have already
presented briefings and information to the US and international
military forces.
3. DESIGN The eXV-1 is protected by a lightweight, laboratory
and field-tested composite armour. The vehicle accommodates four
personnel with full equipment and offers ballistic protection for
critical components and occupants. The vehicle can be configured as
a two-person utility cargo vehicle. Customers can also configure
the vehicle according to their mission-specific requirements.
4. BALLISTIC PROTECTION The exterior of the vehicle is coated
with MILSPRAY's proprietary Tough Coat. Tough Coat is a
lightweight, anti-corrosive coating system that provides protection
from corrosion, scratches and other deteriorations. The coating
system ensures a chemically bonded integration of chemical agent
resistant coatings (CARC) offering ocular camouflage, while
reducing infrared (IR) signature. This innovative solution avoids
detection under visual and IR surveillance.
5. ARMAMENT The eXV-1 is currently fitted with an overhead
weapons mount and one swing-arm universal weapons mount. The weapon
mounts can be fitted for mission-specific operations weapon systems
and can be outfitted with additional weapon mounts. The
independently tested level UL-7 composite armour protects the crew
against small arms fire. The dual-purpose blast mitigating skid
plate under the hull safeguards the vehicle and its occupants from
ground level threats. The eXV-1 contains blast and ballistic
resistant technology that was derived from MILSPRAY's development
efforts with the Army Research Laboratory (ARL).
6. ENGINE The vehicle is powered by 160kW peak power electric
motor coupled with high-performance lithium-polymer batteries. The
batteries are externally rechargeable with 120V AC (15A) or 240V AC
(30A) outlet. The electric drive propulsion generates lower
acoustic and thermal signatures than an internal combustion engine,
which vastly reduces the signature of the vehicle while providing a
greater level of security to the occupants. The vehicle offers a
range of 483km (300 miles) comprised a 50-mile, all- electric range
provided by the batteries and an additional 250 miles of diesel or
JP-8 jet fuel range extension.
7. MOBILITY The eXV-1 has a maximum speed of 96.5km/h (60mph)
and elevation operating range of up to 10,000ft. It is fitted with
four 26in run-flat bead-lock tires. An adjustable double-A arm
independent suspension on all the four wheels ensures a ground
clearance of 10in and mobility on the most demanding terrains. The
vehicle also features fording capability for operations over water
bodies and can be fitted with infrared lights for night
driving.