Silver Eagle Gains Contract for Heavy Cargo FTT trailers for HMMWVv
Silver Eagle Manufacturing is under contract to build 48 of its exclusive Fifth Wheel Tactical Trailer (FTT) System, which allows increases the HMMWV towing capacity by 67% to 7,000 lbs.
Online, September 16, 2010 (Newswire.com) - (PORTLAND, OR) Silver Eagle Manufacturing Company will build 48 of its Fifth Wheel Tactical Trailers (FTT) systems to be used for deployable systems equipment, following a contract award this week. Shipments will start in November.
Designed and manufactured exclusively by Silver Eagle, the FTT trailer allows an increase in HMMWV towing capacity by 67% to 7,000 lbs. With the higher towing capacity, HMMWV s towing an FTT can move shelters and other mission critical cargo and systems without weight waivers or repackaging. Even heavier, up-armored HMMWVs can accommodate the movement of shelters, including the S-250, S-788 LMS and GSS-1497, when utilizing an FTT system.
"The Silver Eagle FTT trailer solves an important problem for the military and defense contractors, specifically giving them a way to haul heavier systems and equipment with HMMWVs," said Jay Wilson, president of Silver Eagle Manufacturing Company. "The FTT is a highly functional trailer that speeds cargo transfer and makes the HMMWV an even more efficient prime mover."
Rigorous testing and validation at both the Nevada Auto Test Center (NATC) and U.S. Army Development Test Command Aberdeen Proving Grounds (APG) proved the FTT has unprecedented trailering mobility and stability systems, even in severe terrains.
The FTT Fifth Wheel design attaches the trailer to the bed of the HMMWV, placing the weight of the trailer over the vehicle's rear axle. An advanced suspension design and patent-pending coupling system allows for easy maneuverability and an improved turning radius, when compared to other trailers.
For more information on the Silver Eagle FTT trailer, go to www.silvereaglemfg.com.
About Silver Eagle Manufacturing Company
Silver Eagle is the global leader in military trailers and material handling solutions behind the prime mover. The Portland, Oregon-based Silver Eagle has been in business for over 74 years, serving the needs of the military and over-the-road trucking fleets.