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M1081 Standard Cargo LVAD Truck

The M1081 Standard Cargo LVAD Truck is designed to be loaded on and dropped from C130 aircraft into remote areas where landing strips are not available. The M1081 has a payload capacity of 5,000 pounds and to facilitate loading/unloading, the bed side rails are mounted on hinges. The cargo bed can be equipped with an optional bench seat kit for transport of soldiers. The bench seats are constructed of a non-wood material and attach to the cargo bed side rails. The seats can be folded down and stowed when not in use. Soldiers are assisted climbing in and out of the cargo bed area with the aid of a ladder stowed on the vehicle when not in use. A canvas and bows kit is provided to keep soldiers and cargo protected from the elements. The M1081 can be equipped with an optional electrically operated MHE and self-recovery winch kit capable of fore and aft vehicle recovery operations. The MHE has a lift capacity of 1,500 pounds. The winch has 308 feet of line capacity and 10,000 pounds bare drum line pull at 110% overload.

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LMTV

2.5-Ton

Cargo - Airdrop 
(LVAD)
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No other tactical truck in its class can match its standard features:

  • Full-time all-wheel drive
  • Soldier-smart CTIS (Central Tire Inflation System)
  • Fully automatic transmission
  • Integral transfer case
  • Anti-sway bar
  • High horsepower-to-weight ratio
  • Fully MANPRINT compliant
  • Nonwooden troop seats
  • HAEMP hardened

Basic Vehicle Information

Vehicle Model M1081
NSN 2320-01-354-3064
Drive 4 x 4 (full-time) with locking interaxle differential
Engine Diesel, EPA compliant, 225 hp
Transmission Fully automatic
Axles Single reduction with outboard planetaries
Cab 3-Man, cab-over-engine
Tires Super singles with CTIS
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Dimensions

Length 253" (6,429 mm)
Height Operational 
For Air Drop
112" (2,845 mm) 
105.5" (2,680 mm)
Width 96" (2,438 mm)
Wheelbase 153.5" (3,900 mm)
Vehicle Curb Weight No Kits, Crew, Fuel 17,536 lb (7,954 kg)
Ground Clearance Loaded 22" (559 mm)
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Performance Characteristics

Maximum Speed Governed, at Gross Weight 58 mph (94 km/h)
Range Minimum, at Gross Weight 400+ mi (645+ km)
Maximum Grade 60%
Approach Angle 40o
Departure Angle Standard 40o
Side Slope 30%
Fording Without KIT 
With KIT
36" (914 mm) 
60" (1,524 mm)
Towed Load 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) 
10,362 lb (4,700 kg)
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Equipment Specifications

Cab Crew Seating 3-Man
Seat Design Fore/Aft adjustable
Steering Wheel Adjustable, tilt and telescopic
Steering Type Power assist
Storage (behind seats) 4 cu-ft each
Cab Suspension Air spring with integral dampers
Engine Caterpillar, Diesel, 6-Cylinder 6.6 L, turbocharged and aftercooled
Rating 225 hp (168 kW) @ 2600 rpm, EPA-certified
Governor Mechanical
Fuel Diesel, DF-2, JP-4, JP-8, V V-F-800
Oil 18 qt (17 L) (MIL-L-2104D, MIL-L-46167)
Cooling Water, radiator
Fan Engine-driven, clutch-type
Transmission Allison Fully automatic, electronically controlled
Speeds 7 speeds, automatic/select
Full-time All-wheel Drive Integral transfer case with locking interaxle differential
Normal Operation 30% torque front wheels, 70% torque rear wheels
Off-Road (locked diff.) Equal speed front-to-rear
Oil 31.8 qt (30 L) (MIL-L-2104D, MIL-L-46167)
Axles Rockwell Front, Rear
Carrier Single reduction, amboid gearing
Wheel Ends Bevel gear wheel end reduction
Wheel End Ratio 2:1
Overall Axle Gear Ratio 7.8:1 
Front Axel Steering Angle 35o
Brakes Air-activated, internal expansion (wedge)
Alternator Engine-driven EMI/RFI suppressed, waterproof
Rating Standard 100 amp
Option 200 amp
Voltage 12/24 V
Tire Inflation System Eaton Electronic (cab-mounted) controls 
- Highway   - Cross-country   - Sand/Mud/Snow 
- Emergency
Cargo Bed Dimensions 144 x 95" (3,658 x 2,413 mm)
Ladder Stowed, metallic
Construction All steel, E-coat rustproofing, dropside with side rail storage
Standard Options Troop seats, stowable nonwooden; bows and trap kit
Material Handling 
Equipment (optional)
Loading/Unloading Crane Loads/unloads cargo bed, electric operation, 1,500 lb (680 kg) lift at 4 ft (1.2 m)
Self-Recovery Winch Standard Option Fore/aft recovery positions; hydraulic operation; 
308 ft (93.9 m) line capacity; 11,000 lb (4,990 kg) bare drum line pull; 110% overload

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