LIGHTWEIGHT SOLUTIONS. MODULAR DESIGN.
GS Engineering has developed a series of lightweight, durable, and high-performance components for HMMWV/GMV1.0. This equipment has been proven tough through rigorous government RAM-D testing and is fielded by warfighters in the most severe environments. Designed with customizability and modularity in mind these components increase carrying capacity while maximizing mobility. Allowing the HMMWV to be quickly tailored to each mission.
This lightweight technology and design methodology has been successfully adapted by GS Engineering to other vehicle platforms, from ATVs to MRAPs and pickup trucks. Through effective topology development and optimization approaches, weight reduction can be achieved while improving overall stiffness and dynamic response. GS Engineering can integrate this lightweight technology into your vehicle platform or customize it to meet your specific requirements.
AWARD-WINNING DESIGN
Having achieved this lightweight design, GS Engineering received a Tibbett’s Award from the Small Business Administration at the White House for the work on this SBIR. This award recognized the critical role GS Engineering has in lightweight research and development for the government, success in driving innovation, and creating new jobs. GS Engineering was one of only 18 companies recognized in 2013 and the only company in the Midwest to receive such recognition.
Front Bumper
Weight: 71 lbs.
- Reinforced brush guard for increased push and jacking capacity
- Accepts existing HMMWV tow-hooks and tie-downs
- 2,500 lbs. offset push capacity
- Interchangeable winch fairleads
- Integrated IR light mounts
Winch Plate Kit
Weight: 27 lbs.
- GS Engineering Front Bumper Required
- Increases front bumper distributed push and winching capacity to 29,000 lbs.
- Mounts a Series 12 Severe Duty Warn, Winch
- Plate comes as a kit with 75' of synthetic winch rope rated at 20,000 lbs. break strength
Hood Tool Mounting Kit
Weight: 14 lbs.
- Secure mounting system for the pioneer tool kit
- Does not obstruct emergency windshield egress
Ammunition Storage
Side Ammunition Rack
Weight: 10 lbs.
- Accommodates M19A1 ammo cans
- Mount to the outside of the rear enclosure or as a running board
- Deployed as a running board it supports one fully outfitted soldier (363 lbs.)
Ammunitions Can Crates
- Variety of crate options that can accommodate M19A1, PA-70, and PA-120 ammo cans and be mounted in an array of locations.
- Both 2 and 3-bay configurations are available
Spare Tire Carrier
Weight: 32 lbs.
- Provides secure storage for a 37x12.50R16.5LT Load Range D or E Tire and eight-lug rim
- Modular mounting options for CATCH Plates, Rear Step, and Rear Enclosure
Jerrycan Storage (not pictured)
Weight: 11 lbs.
- Facilitates secure storage of 5-gallon Jerrycan
- Mounts on CATCH Plates, and Rear Enclosure
- Modular mounting options for CATCH Plates, Rear Step, and Rear Enclosure
Rear Enclosure
Weight: 343 lbs.
- Two operating heights (full & fly)
- Integrated MS33601B slot profile facilitates secure cargo tie-down hooks and ammunition storage
- Soldier ingress/egress into the cargo area
- Multiple pintle weapon mounting locations
- Designed for insertion of armor panels (not included) with complete cargo area coverage
Rear Bumper
Weight: 90 lbs.
- Two Integrated 2" side receivers
- Accepts GS Engineering Rear Steps
- Accepts existing HMMWV life hooks, tie-downs, pintle, trailer wiring harness, and mud flaps (not included)
- Meets MIL-STD-209k Lift and Tie-down
- Meets SAE J847 Type I and Type II towing
- 14,500 lbs. vehicle tow and 4,200 lbs. trailer tow capacity
Rear Steps
Weight: 48 lbs.
- GS Engineering Rear Bumper required
- Each step can be configured as either a platform or a step for easy soldier ingress/egress
- High traction grating surface
- Five soldiers' total capacity across all 3 steps
- Facilitates secure cargo, toolbox, ammunition, and Jerrycan storage
Running Boards
Weight: 45 lbs. (Set of four)
- Vehicle can accommodate four Running Boards
- Supports two fully-outfitted soldiers (726 lbs.) per board
- High traction grating surface
- Quick disconnect and permanent mount options
- Interchangeable with side ammo storage
CATCH Plate
Weight: 115 lbs.
- MS33601B slot profile facilitates secure cargo, toolbox, ammunition, spare tire, and jerrycan storage on the cargo bed floor and top of each rear wheel well
- Fully customizable tie-down configurations utilizing a wide assortment of available MS33601B compatible hardware (rings, hooks, nuts, studs, etc.)
- Exceeds MIL-STD-209k requirement by more than 50%