Wednesday, April 8, 2009

US Army Testing Hybrid Drive Combat Vehicles

The Army's Future Combat Systems (FCS) program has developed a state-of-the-art hybrid propulsion system for the Army's next generation of combat vehicles-the Manned Ground Vehicle (MGV) program. This unique hybrid electric system, now integrated into a prototype MGV, powers and propels the FCS fleet of eight MGV and highlights the Army's commitment to invest in emerging alternative energy technology during this changing strategic and economic environment. Today, this robust hybrid propulsion system is in testing as part of the first MGV, the Non Line of Sight Cannon (NLOS-C).

Source: US Army

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