The Prowler LTATV from Phoenix International Systems’ all terrain vehicle division is the only light tactical wheeled vehicle of its class that is purpose-built for the military, with its design and manufacture based on actual field recommendations and evaluation input from actual military operations.
Prowlers offer unique advantages that overcome the severe limitations of generic recreational ATVs (including those “modified for military use”) in terms of endurance, reliability, operator control and safety. While similar in size and appearance to a typical ATV, the Prowler RTV is completely different in operation, structural design and performance. Prowlers are faster, more rugged, reliable and stable, and can pull or carry greater payloads than any other ATV-type vehicle made or modified.
PROWLER: A PROVEN INTERNALLY TRANSPORTABLE VEHICLE (ITV)
The Prowler is the only LTATV that is a proven Internally Transportable Vehicle (ITV) for the lightest of cargo aircraft. Its weight and dimensional envelope allows it to be easily deployed in aircraft such as the CV-22 and CH-16, CH-47, CH-52 and CH-60 series helicopters.
For deployment in the NH90, with its more restricted cargo or crew access dimension, ATV offers a ‘pivot lock’ ROPS that eliminates any requirement for disassembly or assembly effort, ensuring immediate deployment of a fully equipped and crewed vehicle upon touchdown.
THIRD SEAT OPTION CONFIGURATION
The Prowler is manufactured with two standard forward seats, with a third rear-facing seat available as an option.
PROWLER LIGHT TACTICAL VEHICLES APPLICATIONS
Prowler light tactical vehicles provide a light tactical mobility platform capability for use in non-traditional combat, reconnaissance and logistic support with an unmatched combination of mission-critical characteristics:
Rugged and reliable performance in any terrain or climate
Easily deployed, including as an ITV by aircraft such as the CV-22 and CH-46, CH-47, CH-52 and CH-60 series helicopters
Multi-mission configurable for assault, ISR, SAR or logistic support
Unparalleled operator protection
Since its introduction in 1992, the Prowler has been deployed by military forces across a wide range of combat, reconnaissance and SAR missions around the world. Prowler field testing has resulted in enthusiastic After Action Reports (AARs) from the military, emphasizing the vehicle’s outstanding performance in terms of safety, endurance, reliability and adaptability.
UNMANNED GROUND VEHICLE (UGV) PLATFORM
In addition to its classic mission, the versatile Prowler platform has been and is being used in a number of autonomous robotic and remotely controlled applications, including IED, mine sweeping EOD and for DARPA Grand Challenge participants.
PROWLER PERFORMANCE AND FEATURES
Prowler hallmark all-terrain performance ‐ exceptional stability, endurance, speed, power, reliability and versatility ‐ is based upon the Prowler’s standard configuration, which provides:
Powerful four-stroke liquid-cooled engine
Fully automatic four-wheel drive
Front and rear extended range independent wishbone suspension
Automotive-style controls and engineering for minimal maintenance
Sealed steel-frame construction with chrome alloy ROPS and cargo racks
EMT run-flat tires and double-reinforced wheels
Low center of gravity, tight turning radius and high ground clearance
Dual hydraulic disc brakes full engine braking on all four drive wheels
Speed of up to 63mph (4WD, hi-range)
Payload capacity of 1,600lb
3,550lb towing capacity (terrain dependent)
3,000lb remote-control winch
AVAILABLE ON GSA SCHEDULE
The Prowler is manufactured by All Terrain Vehicle, a subsidiary of Phoenix International Systems (Orange, California), an ISO 9001:2000 certified SDVOSB that has been supplying state-of-the-art COTS products in support of military operations since 1993. The vehicles are available under GSA schedule contract number GS503F0056T.