In the context of the AUSA 2024 exhibition, Oshkosh Defense is showcasing two of its most advanced developments. The company has highlighted the Marine Corps’ Remotely Operated Ground Unit for Expeditionary Fires (ROGUE-Fires) and the Stryker Double V Hull equipped with the 30mm Medium Caliber Weapon System (MCWS), integrated with a Javelin anti-tank missile launcher.
The ROGUE-Fires is an unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) that leverages the off-road mobility of Oshkosh’s JLTV and its payload capacity, along with advanced autonomy technologies. Designed to operate in both teleoperated and fully autonomous modes, this system is aimed at supporting Ground-Based Anti-Ship Missile (GBASM) missions and conducting complex logistical operations. Since October 2023, it has been in low-rate initial production under a contract with the Marine Corps Systems Command.
Pat Williams, head of programs at Oshkosh Defense, emphasized the importance of ROGUE-Fires in complex operational environments. “Developed for the Marine Corps, this system redefines capabilities in contested scenarios. We are excited to showcase how this next-generation technology is transitioning to deployed systems and how it can be adapted to the Army’s needs,” said Williams.
Another key highlight of Oshkosh’s presentation at AUSA 2024 is the Stryker Double V Hull, integrating the 30mm MCWS. This system, specifically developed for Stryker Brigade Combat Teams (SBCTs), provides greater firepower and accuracy at longer ranges. On this occasion, Oshkosh will demonstrate the system’s adaptability by integrating a Javelin anti-tank missile launcher (ATGM), enhancing the vehicle’s versatility in combat.
Oshkosh’s MCWS completed Follow-on Test & Evaluation (FOT&E) in May 2024, a crucial step in the Army’s acquisition process. During these tests, soldiers were able to assess the system under realistic operational conditions, providing feedback to fine-tune the system’s final requirements. To date, Oshkosh has delivered over 100 MCWS systems, with the goal of completing deployment by early 2025.
Since receiving the contract in 2021, Oshkosh has worked closely with the Army to customize the MCWS based on the specific needs of the Stryker brigades. Williams highlighted that soldier feedback has been essential in designing the features of the system now being showcased at AUSA. “We look forward to displaying this system at the exhibition and continuing our collaboration with the Army to strengthen the capabilities of SBCTs,” Williams added.
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