U.S

Oshkosh Defense awarded $40M contract to provide ROGUE Fires, a remotely operated ground unit supporting Marine Corps' anti-ship missile deployment. Platform based on Joint Light Tactical Vehicle, offering maneuverability and seamless integration with weapon systems.

Oshkosh Defense, a leading provider of military vehicles, has clinched a substantial $40 million contract from the US Marine Corps. The contract is for the provision of a Remotely Operated Ground Unit for Expeditionary Fires (ROGUE Fires), a vital component in the Marine Corps' arsenal.

The ROGUE Fires is designed as a scalable unmanned ground vehicle, specifically tailored to support ground-based anti-ship missile deployment. Drawing from Oshkosh's expertise and leveraging their proprietary Joint Light Tactical Vehicle design, the ROGUE Fires ensures optimal payload capacity and maneuverability crucial for launch operations.

Key to its functionality is its remote operation capability, allowing users to control the ROGUE Fires either through remote solutions or leader/follower modules. This versatility enhances its usability across various operational scenarios.

The contract stipulates that work will be carried out in Virginia, Maryland, and Wisconsin, with completion slated for December 2026. Once delivered, the ROGUE Fires will be integrated into the Navy/Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System, a critical shore-based capability aimed at neutralizing enemy surface vessels.

Pat Williams, Chief Programs Officer at Oshkosh Defense, emphasized the company's dedication to meeting the Marine Corps' mission requirements. He highlighted the ROGUE Fires' cutting-edge technology and its seamless integration potential with a range of weapon systems.

This latest contract builds upon Oshkosh's track record in supporting the Marine Corps. In October 2023, the company secured a similar contract to supply additional ROGUE Fires. Prior to that, in a contract signed a year earlier, Oshkosh committed to delivering the carrier to the US Marine Corps' Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System.

With its proven performance and adaptability, the ROGUE Fires platform is poised to fulfill diverse mission needs for years to come, bolstering the Marine Corps' capabilities in safeguarding national interests.