HUNTSVILLE, Ala., — March 24, 2026 : Oshkosh Defense is presenting a range of integrated mobility, autonomy, and artillery solutions at the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) Global Force Symposium, being held from March 24 to 26 at the Von Braun Convention Center. The company’s exhibit focuses on production-ready platforms designed to accelerate deployment timelines, reduce program risk, and support the U.S. Army’s evolving operational requirements.
The systems, displayed at booth 411, highlight Oshkosh Defense’s approach to combining mobility platforms with mission systems through modular architectures and scalable manufacturing. Drawing on capabilities from its parent company, Oshkosh Corporation, the firm is emphasizing engineering depth, electrification investments, and long-term sustainment strategies for military fleets.
Autonomous L-MAV Platform
A central component of the exhibit is the Light Multi-Mission Autonomous Vehicle (L-MAV), a modular and payload-agnostic platform derived from the U.S. Marine Corps’ ROGUE-Fires program. The L-MAV is designed as an autonomous ground carrier capable of supporting dispersed and high-risk operations without exposing personnel.
The platform supports multiple mission profiles, including counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS), electronic warfare, network extension, and autonomous resupply. It can transport ammunition, fuel, and essential supplies to forward positions while also serving as a mobile node for communications in environments lacking fixed infrastructure.
The L-MAV features an open-architecture design that allows rapid integration of mission-specific payloads without requiring modifications to the base vehicle. Its adaptable powertrain supports hybrid-electric configurations, enabling silent drive and silent watch capabilities, improved fuel efficiency, and increased exportable power for onboard systems.
At the symposium, the platform is being showcased with the AeroVironment Switchblade 600 loitering munition and Titan counter-UAS technology, demonstrating its ability to integrate strike and air defense capabilities within a single autonomous system.
SIGMA Next-Generation Mobile Tactical Cannon
Oshkosh Defense is also presenting the SIGMA Next-Generation Mobile Tactical Cannon, developed in partnership with Elbit Systems of America. The system is built on the Oshkosh Mobile Artillery Platform (MAP), a production-ready base already fielded by international customers.
The SIGMA system is a 155mm/52-caliber wheeled self-propelled howitzer equipped with a fully automated 40-round magazine and autoloader. It is designed for rapid and precise fire missions, supporting “shoot-and-scoot” operations that can be completed in less than 60 seconds to reduce vulnerability to counter-battery fire.
Mounted on a 10x10 wheeled platform, the system provides high off-road mobility and can carry heavy payloads while remaining compatible with brigade combat team maneuver requirements. It offers 360-degree firing capability and is positioned as the only American-made wheeled howitzer with a fully domestic supply chain.
The SIGMA platform aligns with the U.S. Army’s Mobile Tactical Cannon objectives and is intended to provide a low-risk solution due to its production-ready status and scalable U.S.-based manufacturing and integration.
Manufacturing and Integration Focus
Oshkosh Defense stated that a key challenge in current military modernization efforts is transitioning from development to scaled production efficiently. The company is positioning its platforms as ready-to-field systems that can be rapidly integrated into existing force structures.
“Modernization demands more than new systems. It requires production-ready mobility foundations that integrate quickly and scale responsibly,” said Pat Williams, Chief Programs Officer at Oshkosh Defense. “Our commercial manufacturing strength, and experience as a preferred integrator, allow us to deliver advanced capability quickly while maintaining the performance and reliability Soldiers deserve.”
The company highlighted that its broader industrial base supports rapid integration, scalable production, and lifecycle sustainment. Its investments in autonomous technologies and hybrid-electric systems are intended to enhance operational flexibility across multi-domain environments.
Operational Relevance
Oshkosh Defense indicated that its integrated mobility solutions are designed to address the Army’s requirement for adaptable, rapidly deployable systems capable of operating across distributed and contested environments. By combining autonomous capability, modular mission systems, and proven mobility platforms, the company aims to bridge the gap between technological development and field deployment.
The exhibit reflects a broader industry focus on delivering systems that can be quickly scaled and adapted to evolving mission needs while maintaining compatibility with existing operational frameworks.
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