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JCB HMEE

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JCB HMEE

The JCB HMEE (High Mobility Engineer Excavator) is a military vehicle made by JCB.

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Design

The HMEE is an armoured backhoe loader designed for high speeds in order to self-deploy with military convoys. Most backhoes are limited to much lower speeds. It is also capable of towing heavy loads and has good off-road mobility. It is based on technology from the JCB Fastrac tractors.

Specifications

Engine: Cummins QSB 6.7
Weight: 16.18 tonnes armoured, 13.5 tonnes unarmoured
Speed: Up to 60 mph

Users

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  • Israel Defense Forces
  • New Zealand army: 6 vehicles
  • Swedish army: 21 vehicles
  • British Army: 17 vehicles
  • US Army: 800 vehicles
  • References

    JCB HMEE Wikipedia