How Much Does a JLTV Cost? Unit Price and Contract Analysis

How Much Does a JLTV Cost? Unit Price and Contract Analysis
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JLTV unit cost varies significantly depending on order size, configuration, and country. U.S. Army units began at approximately $479,000 in the 2015 low-rate initial production contract and declined to around $395,000–$430,000 at full-rate production. Export contracts have exceeded $800,000 per unit.

JLTV Unit Cost Reference Points

Contract / ProgramYearUnit Cost (USD)Notes
U.S. Army LRIP Contract2015~$479,000Low-rate initial production
U.S. Army Full Production2017–2022~$395,000–$430,000Cost reduced at scale
Belgium (322 vehicles)2022~$569,000FMS, includes training and support
Netherlands DXPV (150 vehicles)2024~$803,000European production, custom config

JLTV vs HMMWV Cost Comparison

VehicleUnit CostNote
HMMWV (M1152A1)~$70,000–$220,000Varies by configuration
JLTV (M1278)~$395,000–$550,000Higher blast protection, mobility, payload
Price Difference~3–5xReflects protection, suspension, capacity gains

Sources

  • defense.gov contract announcements
  • U.S. DoD Selected Acquisition Reports
  • Breaking Defense — JLTV unit cost analyses
  • DSCA FMS notifications

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