The new suspension offers the vehicle a 70 percent off-road profile
capability. The new suspension restores a 2,500-pound vehicle payload capacity
in addition to the armor and occupants. Introducing 14 inches of independent
wheel travel, the HMMWV can overcome obstacles and navigate rugged, mountainous
environments. The vehicle’s performance is also improved in 40 percent increase
in the maximum speed and a 46 percent improvement in braking. With ground
clearance increases to 17 inches, and additional payload capacity, an
under-vehicle V-shaped panel can be added, to further improve survivability from
mine blasts and IEDs. The higher ground clearance further improves mobility and
occupant visibility.
