Seven-Year Contract Could Reach $295 Million

The US Army has ordered 99 M917A3 heavy dump trucks (HDT) from Mack Defense under an existing contract that could be valued up to $296.4 million (€246.2 million) over seven years, the company announced on 1 March.

“This order signifies the successful testing of non-armored and armored vehicles that we conducted in 2018 and 2019,” commented David Hartzell, company President. Based on the civilian Mack GRANITE model, the HDTs will be delivered to the US Army and Army Reserve. The M917A3 HDT features heavier-duty rear axles, all-wheel drive, increased suspension ride height and other elements specific to user needs. The vehicles will help increase operational effectiveness and readiness, while supporting mobility, counter-mobility, survivability and sustainment operations for the Joint Force.