Oshkosh Defense, a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation, will showcase its Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) platform this week at the International Armoured Vehicles (IAV) Conference in Farnborough, England.
The appearance marks a strategic effort by the Wisconsin-based manufacturer to capture a larger share of the allied defense market as nations move to replace aging tactical fleets.
The exhibition, running Jan. 20-22, comes as Oshkosh highlights its status as the only original equipment manufacturer (OEM) authorized to supply the JLTV directly to international partners through Direct Commercial Sales (DCS).
While many defense deals flow through the U.S. government's Foreign Military Sales (FMS) process, the DCS route offers allied nations a more streamlined procurement path for a platform that has already seen over 24,000 units produced.
"The Oshkosh JLTV platform delivers the adaptability and interoperability our allies need to modernize effectively," said Pat Williams, Chief Programs Officer at Oshkosh Defense. He noted that the vehicle's open architecture allows for the rapid integration of various mission systems, weapons, and sensors, reducing development risk for international customers.
The JLTV has become a standard-bearer for light tactical mobility, currently operated by the U.S. and 11 other nations, including the Netherlands, Israel, Brazil, and several NATO allies in Eastern Europe.
Recent expansion efforts have seen the platform adapted for specific regional needs, such as the "Kaaiman" variant for the Dutch Marine Corps.
For Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK), the defense segment remains a critical anchor.
The company’s stock has seen significant momentum over the past year, trading near its 52-week highs around $152 per share.
Investors are closely watching the defense unit’s ability to secure international contracts to offset the eventual transition of U.S. domestic production to competitors in future JLTV follow-on contracts.