Valanx | |
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![]() The Valanx during the JLTV Technology Development phase. | |
Type | Survivable Light Armored Vehicle, 4-doortruck |
Place of origin | United States |
Production history | |
Manufacturer | BAE Systems Inc. |
Specifications | |
Secondary armament | up to four M7 smoke grenade dischargers |
Operational range | 300 miles (480 km) |
Maximum speed | Forward Road: 70 mph (110 km/h) Off road: varies Reverse: 8 mph (13 km/h) |
The BAE SystemsValanx was one of six competitors for aJoint Light Tactical Vehicle that will supplement theHumvee.[1] The Valanx featured lightweight advanced armour and aV-hull for crew protection.[2] It was developed withNavistar.
The Valanx was not selected for the Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) phase of the program.[3]