Meritor - Proven Military Vehicle Components and Systems

Over half a century ago, Meritor began its tenure as a leading drivetrain components supplier for military fleets. Our engineering expertise has enabled Meritor to win many prestigious military contracts, including our long standing position as axle supplier of choice to the US Army fleet of 2.5t and 5t vehicles.

Today we provide global systems solutions for a complete range of lightweight to heavyweight tactical vehicles, armored personnel carriers and advanced wheeled combat vehicles for all types of terrains.

At Meritor, we take great pride in our lightweight to heavyweight solutions for military and government applications. And we stand ready to provide the technology needed to meet every challenge worldwide. All backed by global aftermarket support.

Military front axles

Meritor® Front RF-611 Series military axles are engineered and built for the extreme demands of the military duty cycle. Deliver optimum maneuverability with a 35° – 38° turn angle and excellent ground clearance for weight ratings up to 23,000 pounds.

Military tandem axles

Meritor® Tandem RT-611 Series military axles for use in heavily armored vehicles take performance to the next level by exceeding the demanding requirements of the existing Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV). Weight ratings up to 23,000lb.

Military single axles

Meritor® single RS-611 Series military axles are bevel gear wheel-end reduction axles, engineered and built for use in heavily armored vehicles. They exceed the requirements of the existing Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV).

Military-grade transfer cases

The Meritor MTC-3206M military-grade transfer case is designed for Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) applications to minimize weight. The transfer case is currently in use on the Future Tactical Track System-Utility Vehicle (FTTS-UV).

TACTX™ high-mobility independent suspension

TACTX high-mobility independent suspension provides industry-leading high-mobility suspension performance for tactical wheeled military vehicles in extreme combat environments.

TACTX™ dual air spring

• Ideal for 8x8 vehicles with four axle positions using dual air springs
• Designed for use in low-profile vehicles
• Replaces the beam axle for greater performance
• Enhances suspension mobility through a unique patent-pending six-link design
• Up to 150lb lighter than steel coil suspensions
• Allows wheel travel up to 20in

TACTX™ single air spring

• Designed for rear axle applications of 4x4 vehicles where the turn angle is restricted to 15°
• Provides significant weight savings vs. steel coil suspensions

TACTX™ single coil

• Provides maximum system reliability and durability for use in armored personnel carriers
• Models available with drum brakes or air disc brakes

TACTX™ air strut

• Ideal for lightweight tactical vehicles
• Combines high performance with the lightest-weight suspension
• Provides both on-center and off-center air strut positions

TACTX™ high-mobility independent suspension system modules

• Active Damping by Active Shock Inc. provides full range of active damping to improve ride quality and mobility for tactical vehicles, combat vehicles and armored personnel carriers
• Suspension Height Control module provides automatic and manual ride height adjustment
• Differential Carrier module provides a flexible differential carrier platform with compact "pot-style" carrier significantly optimized for advanced suspension performance
• Central Tire Inflation (CTI) system module allows the driver to selectively inflate/deflate the tire pressure to preprogrammed settings, while monitoring tire pressure at regular intervals
• Corner module combines corner suspension bracket, upper and lower control arms, air or coil springs, struts and wheel-end assembly in one concise package
• Bevel-Geared Wheel-End assembly module includes 64mm light Quadraulic™ brake and vented rotor, forged aluminum hub and cast aluminum cover, plus military application-proven bearings, seals and bevel gears (ABS and CTIS ready)