American mine-resistant ambush-protected vehicle procured by Uruguay providing protected mobility for peacekeeping operations. Uruguay ordered Oshkosh M-ATV (MRAP All-Terrain Vehicle) through US grant assistance with deliveries 2025-2026. Features V-shaped hull deflecting mine blasts, advanced armor protecting against small arms and IEDs, independent suspension enabling off-road operations, capacity for crew plus passengers. Designed for operations in IED-threatened environments. Critical for Uruguayan Army supporting UN peacekeeping deployments in Congo and other challenging environments where IED and mine threats significant. US security assistance enabled procurement strengthening bilateral defense relationship. Represents Uruguayan priority for force protection in peacekeeping missions where Uruguay contributes disproportionately to UN operations. Combat-proven in Afghanistan and Iraq demonstrating survivability. Symbolizes US support for partner nations contributing to international security operations through equipment transfers.
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- Excellent off-road mobility in mountains, sand, mud — designed for Afghanistan terrain
- Mine-resistant V-hull protects against 14 kg blast — survives most IEDs
- CROWS remote weapon station protects gunner from direct fire exposure
- Smaller footprint than MRAP I — fits tighter mountain roads
- Combat-proven in thousands of Afghanistan and Iraq missions
- Less protection than larger Category I MRAPs against large EFPs
- High center of gravity creates rollover risk on steep side slopes
- Limited payload reduces equipment and ammunition capacity vs. larger MRAPs
- High acquisition cost (~$750,000 per vehicle)
- Fuel consumption high in desert and mountain operations
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