The M1074 Joint Assault Bridge System (JABS) is based on the hull of the M1A1 version of the M1 Abrams main battle tank using the suspension system from the M1A2 and upgraded with the Total InteGrated Engine Revitalization (TIGER).

The Palletized Load System (PLS) is based around two variants of prime mover truck (M1074 and M1075) fitted with an integral self-loading and unloading capability, a trailer (M1076), and demountable cargo beds, referred to as flatracks.

JAB provides a robust, reliable system with unparalleled commander's vision, rapid assault launch/retrieve capability, and superior mobility.

The PLS prime mover truck comes in two mission-oriented configurations: the M1074 and the M1075. The M1074 is equipped with a variable reach Material Handling Crane (MHC) to support...

The PLS prime mover truck is available in M1074 and M1075 configurations. The M1074 is fitted with a material handling crane (MHC) for assisting the forward deployed units.

Jan 10, 2022 · The M1074 Joint Assault Bridge (JAB) is an armored military engineering armored vehicle based on the Abrams M1A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT). The 120mm cannon turret of the M1A1 Abrams is removed and the to p of the chassis is equipped with a Scissor Bridge (MLC95).

On August 22, 2024, Leonardo DRS announced that it had been awarded a contract worth over $49 million to produce additional assault bridge systems for the U.S. Army and the Romanian military as part of a Foreign Military Sales agreement.

Jun 20, 2020 · The JAB M1074 is used in the U.S. Army to enable the ABCT (Armored Brigade Combat Team) and MAGTF (Marine Air Ground Task Forces) to close with and destroy the enemy by maneuvering over natural and man-made obstacles that would otherwise prevent freedom of maneuver.

The M1074 Joint Assault Bridge (JAB) was developed to replace U.S. Army and Marine Corps armored vehicle-launching bridges (AVLB). The new systems use surplus M1A1 Abrams tank chassis fitted with hydraulic bridge-launch equipment to transport and launch an MLC 85 scissors bridge over the front of the hull.

Dec 18, 2023 · The PLS comes in two mission-oriented configurations: the M1074 and the M1075. The M1074 is equipped with a variable reach materiel-handling crane (MHC) to support forward-deployed field...