BAE Systems has delivered 19 Cold Weather All-Terrain Vehicles (CATVs) to the US military, including the Vermont National Guard (VTNG) Army Mountain Warfare School.
It is the first time the Vermont-based training school has received these specialized vehicles. The delivery marks an important step in strengthening cold-weather mobility for military operations and training.
Built For Winter
The CATV is designed to travel across deep snow, ice, and other difficult terrain where conventional military vehicles face limitations. Its tracked design provides better movement and stability in extreme weather conditions while carrying troops, equipment, and supplies.
Along with the vehicles, military personnel will receive practical training on operation and maintenance to support day-to-day use.
The latest shipment also includes vehicles for the Arctic Region Test Center in Alaska and the 11th Airborne Division. These units regularly train and operate in some of the coldest environments in the US. The additional vehicles will help improve mobility during testing, exercises, and operational missions.
BAE Systems Boosts Readiness
The CATV program has continued to expand since its launch to strengthen the Army’s cold-weather capabilities. The Army plans to field 487 vehicles, and this latest delivery increases the total number delivered to 58. BAE Systems’ Hägglunds business is also working to supply another 97 vehicles that are currently on order.
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Dean Medland, vice president of sustainment and international for Combat Mission Systems at BAE Systems, said the company remains committed to supporting the US military with these vehicles.
He said the CATV will improve operational effectiveness for the Vermont National Guard, the Arctic Region Test Center, and the 11th Airborne Division in demanding winter environments. He added that the company looks forward to seeing the vehicles in active service.
Supporting Arctic Operations
Work supporting the CATV program is taking place at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Fort Wainwright, the Arctic Region Test Center, and the Vermont National Guard. These locations play a key role in testing, training, and maintaining equipment for operations in freezing conditions.
As more CATVs enter service, the Army is expected to strengthen its readiness for missions in the Arctic and other cold-weather regions.
