MaxxPro XL

The MaxxPro XL is a Category II MRAP vehicle with a V-shape hull design coupled with armor and other survivability features. Like other MRAP vehicles, MaxxPro XL seeks to provide troops with an increased level of protection against small arms fire, RPGs, mineblasts, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and other hazards when compared to the up-armored HMMWV.

The MaxxPro XL shares a common platform with the MaxxPro Category I MRAP vehicle but is longer and has greater capacity for cargo or crew. Although visually very similar, the MaxxPro XL can be recognized by additional external access panels, for example beyond the rear axle.

MaxxPro XL was tested at Aberdeen Proving Grounds in March 2007. On 19 June 2007 there was a contract award for sixteen MaxxPro XL Category II vehicles with delivery scheduled by September 2007.

MaxxPro XL is produced by International Military and Government LLC (IMG), a wholly owned affiliate of Navistar International Corporation.

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MaxxPro XL Mine Protected Vehicle (MPV) Specifications

The following tables refer to both the MaxxPro and MaxxPro XL MRAP vehicles:

Length 240" to 264"
Width 99"
Height 115"
Wheel Base 153" to 176"
Ground Clearance (Center of Vehicle) 16.5"
Ground Clearance (Differential Clearance) 14.4"
Angle of Approach 58°
Angle of Departure 46° to 48°
Gradeability 70% low range
Side Slope 30%
Mass Tare (GVM) 27,850 to 29,850 lbs.
Payload 3,650 to 11,150 lbs.
GVWR 31,500 to 39,000 lbs.
Seating 2-man crew plus 4 to 10 passengers
Configuration 4x4
Turning Circle 50' to 58'
Make International® I6 Diesel
Type Turbo inter-cooled, direct electronic injection, four stroke
Displacement 8.7 L (530 ci)
Emission Standard EPA 2005
Maximum Power 330 hp @ 2,100 rpm
Power/Mass Ratio 18.9 to 20 hp/US ton
Maximum Torque 1,150 ft.-lbs. @ 2,100 rpm
Batteries 2 x 12-volt Batteries
Alternator 400 amps
Lighting Service headlamps and Blackout lights
Electrical System Diamond Logic®
Transmission Allison 3000 5-Speed Automatic
Transfer Case 4 x 4 Two-Speed
Steering Type Hydraulically assisted recirculating ball
Front Axle 16,000 lbs to 21,000 lbs Drive/Steer
Rear Axle 21,000 lbs to 30,000 lbs Drive
Springs Semi-elliptical leaf springs
Shock Absorbers Double acting telescopic hydraulic
Service Brakes Full air brakes with ABS and traction control
Parking Brakes Air-activated, hand-operated, rear axle brakes
Fording Depth 36" Without Preparation
Wheels and tires Rims: 10" x 20" Tires: 395/85R20
Run Flats Optional

MaxxPro XL Mine Protected Vehicle (MPV). Photo courtesy International Military and Government LLC.
MaxxPro XL Mine Protected Vehicle (MPV). Photo courtesy International Military and Government LLC.

MaxxPro XL Mine Protected Vehicle (MPV). Photo courtesy International Military and Government LLC.
MaxxPro XL Mine Protected Vehicle (MPV). Photo courtesy International Military and Government LLC.