AM General to Supply Hundreds of HMMWVs to Israel in $150 Million Deal

Israel’s Ministry of Defence (IMOD) has signed a $150 million (NIS 500 million) deal with American defense manufacturer AM General LLC to purchase hundreds of HMMWVs (High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles) for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).

The contract, approved by IMOD Director General Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram, was officially signed by Israel’s procurement delegation in the United States. This large-scale deal includes not only the HMMWV vehicles but also a comprehensive package of spare parts to ensure long-term maintenance and sustainability.

According to the ministry, the first batch of dozens of HMMWVs is expected to arrive in Israel in late 2025.

These HMMWVs, commonly known as Humvees, are highly versatile and designed for a wide range of battlefield roles. The vehicles offer excellent cross-country mobility, are easy to maintain, and have a long operational life, making them ideal for varied mission requirements.

The specific configuration ordered by Israel allows for:

• Transport of over 10 soldiers

• Casualty evacuation capabilities

• Fire support operations

• Special forces missions

• Tactical communications and resupply roles

This new fleet will significantly enhance the tactical flexibility of the IDF across diverse combat scenarios, from urban operations to remote terrain deployments.

The deal reflects Israel’s continued investment in modernizing its ground mobility and logistics capabilities, especially at a time when regional threats and rapid-response requirements are growing.

With this contract, AM General strengthens its long-standing relationship with Israel, providing a platform trusted by many militaries worldwide for its reliability and performance under harsh conditions.