Fasttrax Marks 10 Years of HET Service to the Army
Heavy Equipment Transporter has proven highly survivable and reliable in a decade of service.
The Heavy Equipment Transporter (HET) has become an integral part of military capability since its introduction in 2001, providing a highly survivable platform and transporting some of the heaviest equipment used by the Army both in peacetime and on operations. Fasttrax and Oshkosh Defense commemorated the 10th anniversary of fielding the first HET at the Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEi) 2011 in London.
Fasttrax owns, operates and maintains the HET for the MoD and the contract for 92 vehicles was awarded to Oshkosh through Fasttrax which is owned by KBR and Barclays Infrastructure Fund, as part of a 20-year private finance initiative.
The HET is paired with the King Trailer GTS 100 semi-trailer and can transport main battle tanks, armored vehicles and self-propelled guns. In addition to its primary mission as a heavy equipment mover the Army have used the HET in recovery functions when appropriate. The vehicle has a 72-ton payload capacity and a six-person cab, and uses a 700-horsepower engine.
"KBR is delighted to be celebrating the 10th anniversary of this pathfinder contract," said Derek Brown, managing director KBR FTX Logistics Ltd. "Thanks to the strong partnership with Oshkosh, KBR delivered on time, on budget and continues to meet all contract expectations."
