Utility Vehicle (UTV)

The Army is seeking a utility vehicle (UTV) with specific requirements. The UTV must have an enclosed cab with manual crank windows, LED headlights and taillights, a tow capacity of 1500 lbs, and be able to transport at least 4 passengers. It must also have a 4-person, dual-row, flip-up bench seat with 3-point safety belts, a rear headache rack, and an engine that is liquid cooled and fuel injected with at least 44 HP. The UTV must have a select on demand drive system, automatic transmission, and a box capable of supporting 500 lbs. Some of the key features required include: • Enclosed cab with manual crank windows • LED headlights and taillights • Tow capacity of 1500 lbs • 4-person, dual-row, flip-up bench seat with 3-point safety belts • Rear headache rack • Liquid cooled and fuel injected engine with at least 44 HP • Select on demand drive system • Automatic transmission • Box capable of supporting 500 lbs • Assisted dump bed • Full-body skid plate • At least 11 inches of ground clearance • At least 9 inches of suspension travel both front and rear • Electric steering with tilt adjustment • Full-coverage front bumper • 4-wheel disc brakes • Turning radius of no more than 16.3 ft • Fuel capacity of at least 9.5 gallons • Instrument panel consisting of speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, gear indicator, clock, hour meter, and volt meter