Oshkosh Defense Unveils ROGUE-Fires with MFOM at AUSA GFS 2025

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Oshkosh Defense [NYSE: OSK] is showcasing its ROGUE-Fires autonomous vehicle system at the AUSA Global Force Symposium 2025 in Huntsville, Alabama. The system will debut with the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Family of Munitions (MFOM), demonstrating its payload-agnostic capabilities.

Based on the Oshkosh JLTV platform, ROGUE-Fires supports various missions including long-range precision fires and autonomous logistics. The system features a hybrid-electric powertrain option enabling silent operation and enhanced fuel economy. The company's autonomy-ready tactical vehicle portfolio includes the FMTV A2 launcher and Palletized Load System (PLS) A2, all designed to support incremental modernization and enhance warfighter safety.

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• Introduction of payload-agnostic autonomous vehicle system expanding military capabilities
• Integration of hybrid-electric technology offering operational advantages
• Expansion of autonomous tactical vehicle portfolio strengthening market position

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HUNTSVILLE, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Oshkosh Defense LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation [NYSE: OSK] business, is exhibiting at the Association of the United States Army’s (AUSA) Global Force Symposium in Huntsville, AL, from March 25 – 27, 2025. In Booth #903, Oshkosh will showcase the advanced autonomous technology of the U.S. Marine Corps’ Remotely Operated Ground Unit for Expeditionary Fires (ROGUE-Fires).

Remotely Operated Ground Unit for Expeditionary Fires (ROGUE-Fires)

Demonstrating its payload-agnostic design, ROGUE-Fires will be displayed for the first time with the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Family of Munitions (MFOM).

ROGUE-Fires is engineered to support a range of mission-critical payloads, including long-range precision fires, autonomous resupply, and logistics operations. Based on the Oshkosh JLTV, the ROGUE-Fires’ powertrain can be adapted to hybrid-electric, enabling silent drive and silent watch, enhanced fuel economy and increased exportable power to further support mission success.

“At AUSA Global Force, we are excited to showcase ROGUE-Fires with MFOM highlighting its potential to deliver cutting-edge, technologically advanced, surface-to-surface fires,” said Pat Williams, chief programs officer at Oshkosh Defense. “Oshkosh is committed to designing scalable solutions that support the U.S. Army’s transformation to the Army of 2030, where human-machine integration in multi-domain operations will be critical to mission success.”

Oshkosh’s growing portfolio of autonomy-ready tactical vehicles, including the ROGUE-Fires, FMTV A2 launcher, and the Palletized Load System (PLS) A2, integrate advanced drive-by-wire vehicle architectures to support incremental modernization. These platforms enhance Warfighter safety while contributing to mission effectiveness in dynamic operational environments.

“As the battlefield continues to evolve, we are leveraging the mature and proven Oshkosh families of vehicles to design payload-agnostic autonomous platforms that deliver unmatched flexibility, enabling forces to outpace emerging threats and maintain operational dominance,” Williams concluded.

Oshkosh Defense leadership will be available to discuss the company’s entire portfolio of vehicles, mobility systems, and next-generation technologies at AUSA GFS 2025 in booth #903.

About Oshkosh Defense
Oshkosh Defense is a global leader in the design, production and sustainment of best-in-class military vehicles, technology solutions and mobility systems. Oshkosh develops and applies emerging technologies that advance safety and mission success. Setting the industry standard for sustaining fleet readiness, Oshkosh ensures every solution is supported worldwide throughout its entire life cycle.

Oshkosh Defense, LLC is an Oshkosh Corporation business [NYSE: OSK]. Learn more about Oshkosh Defense at https://oshkoshdefense.com/.

About Oshkosh Corporation

At Oshkosh (NYSE: OSK), we make innovative, mission-critical equipment to help everyday heroes advance communities around the world. Headquartered in Wisconsin, Oshkosh Corporation employs over 18,000 team members worldwide, all united behind a common purpose: to make a difference in people’s lives. Oshkosh products can be found in more than 150 countries under the brands of JLG®, Pierce®, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh® S-Series™, Oshkosh® Defense, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr-Dan®, Frontline™ Communications, Oshkosh® Airport Products, Oshkosh AeroTech™ and Pratt Miller. For more information, visit oshkoshcorp.com.

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Alexandra Hittle, Director, Global Marketing & Communications

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ahittle@defense.oshkoshcorp.com

Source: Oshkosh Defense

FAQ

What new features does Oshkosh Defense's ROGUE-Fires showcase at AUSA GFS 2025?

ROGUE-Fires debuts with MLRS Family of Munitions (MFOM) integration, featuring payload-agnostic design, hybrid-electric capability, and support for long-range precision fires and autonomous logistics.

How does the ROGUE-Fires hybrid-electric powertrain benefit military operations?

It enables silent drive and watch capabilities, improved fuel economy, and increased exportable power for enhanced mission success.

What autonomous vehicles are in Oshkosh Defense's (OSK) current portfolio?

OSK's autonomous portfolio includes ROGUE-Fires, FMTV A2 launcher, and Palletized Load System (PLS) A2, all featuring advanced drive-by-wire architectures.

Where and when is Oshkosh Defense (OSK) exhibiting the ROGUE-Fires system?

OSK is exhibiting at Booth #903 at the AUSA Global Force Symposium in Huntsville, AL, from March 25-27, 2025.