Allison Transmission Secures $67 Million Contract to Deliver Propulsion Systems for 2027 U.S. Army Abrams Tank Orders
A separate $250 million agreement with BAE Systems Hägglunds is Allison's largest single tracked defense program contract.
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Rhea-AI Summary
Allison Transmission (NYSE: ALSN) secured a $67 million contract to supply propulsion systems supporting the U.S. Army's 2027 Abrams tank orders. The contract covers upgraded and new X1100 cross-drive transmissions, along with program management, field service, technical service and logistics support.
The award follows other defense contracts secured this year. Allison was selected to supply 4500 Specialty Series transmissions for France's PL6T tactical truck program. Its 2500SP transmissions will also be used in approximately 3,000 EAGLE V armored vehicles ordered by Germany's Bundeswehr from General Dynamics European Land Systems.
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Hollow bars mark forward-looking points. How the balance works
Positive
- Moderate point$67 million contract supports Allison's propulsion-system deliveries for the U.S. Army's 2027 Abrams tank orders.
- Moderate point$250 million agreement with BAE Systems Hägglunds covers new 4040 MX transmissions for CV90 MkIV vehicles. 2.3% of market cap
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.2500SP transmissions will equip approximately 3,000 EAGLE V vehicles ordered by Germany's Bundeswehr.
- Minor pointFrench PL6T program selection adds Allison's 4500 Specialty Series transmissions to next-generation tactical trucks.
Negative
- None.
Key Figures
- Contract value
- $67 million
- U.S. Army Abrams Main Battle Tank program
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"Allison has stood proudly behind every Abrams tank that has rolled into the field," said Dana Pittard, Vice President for Defense Programs for Allison Transmission. "This contract reinforces our enduring commitment to equipping the
Allison has a long history of supporting the
Under the latest contract, Allison will deliver a comprehensive product and service approach, providing upgraded and new transmissions alongside program management, contract field service, technical service and logistics support. The company's qualified and trusted channel partners will remain critical in enabling continuity of service, operational resilience and mission readiness for the
The news follows a series of recent defense contracts secured by Allison this year. The company was selected to provide its 4500 Specialty Series™ (SP) fully automatic transmissions for the next generation of tactical trucks under the French Land Forces' PL6T program. In addition, Allison's 2500SP fully automatic transmissions will be utilized for approximately 3,000 EAGLE V armored vehicles ordered by the German Bundeswehr from General Dynamics European Land Systems. A
More information about Allison's tailored propulsion solutions for defense applications is available here.
About Allison
Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ALSN) ("Allison") is a global leader in high-performance mobility and work solutions built for the needs of the modern industrial world. Allison operates through two business units: Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive & Motion Systems. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, the Company manufactures solutions which offer industry-leading value propositions across vital sectors such as infrastructure, mining, energy, agriculture, construction, transportation and national security. For over 110 years, Allison has been recognized as a reliable partner of choice, keeping essential industries moving anytime, in over 150 countries around the world. For more information, visit https://www.allisontransmission.com and https://allisonoffhighway.com.
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FAQ
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What does Allison Transmission's $67 million Abrams tank contract cover?
The $67 million contract covers upgraded and new transmissions and support services for the U.S. Army's 2027 Abrams tank orders. Allison will provide program management, contract field service, technical service and logistics support alongside the transmissions.