# Oshkosh Defense international military contracts

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/oshkosh-defense-international-military-contracts
> Updated: 2026-10-13T19:01:33.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Oshkosh Defense has secured multiple international contracts to provide specialized military vehicles. 

In Morocco, the company received a follow-on order through Optimum Vehicle Logistics, LLC to support the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces. This order includes 50 Heavy Equipment Transporter (HET) A1 tractors and 50 MN573 heavy-duty trailers, intended to modernize the military’s ability to transport heavy armored platforms like main battle tanks and self-propelled artillery. 

Concurrently, Oshkosh Defense has begun prototype production for the ‘Kaaiman’ patrol vehicle for the Netherlands Royal Marine Corps. Based on the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) platform, the Kaaiman is designed for maritime and expeditionary operations with enhanced corrosion protection and mobility. The Netherlands Ministry of Defence has contracted for 150 vehicles, with deliveries expected to start in 2028.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-13: Oshkosh Defense begins Kaaiman prototype production for Netherlands

Oshkosh Defense has started prototype production of the Kaaiman, a JLTV-based patrol vehicle customized for the Netherlands Royal Marine Corps for coastal and expeditionary missions.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/oshkosh-defense-begins-kaaiman-prototype-production-for-netherlands

### 2026-10-05: Oshkosh Defense secures follow-on order for Moroccan military

Oshkosh Defense secured a follow-on order for 50 HET A1 tractors and 50 MN573 trailers to enhance the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces' heavy equipment transport and mobility capabilities.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/oshkosh-defense-secures-follow-on-order-for-moroccan-military

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