The approximately 5-meter-long Hummer EV has a three-motor Ultium Drive system that can produce up to 1,000 horsepower.
A General Motors unit called GM Defense said less than a week ago that the US Army had asked for an EV for investigation and demonstration. The Detroit Arsenal will receive the powerful Hummer EV, which was the brand's choice, on August 31, 2022. It is not the only one though, as the US Army asked other businesses to submit cars for consideration, among them an EV company named Canoo.
The purchase of a single Hummer EV by the US Army has been verified, although the cost of the vehicle has not been disclosed. As the reliance on fossil fuels is predicted to decrease in the future, it is expected to herald a major move to zero-emission automobiles. The EV will allegedly "show the capacity to effectively produce, store, and distribute electricity to the soldier," according to the documentation.
Therefore, it is evident that the US Army intends to deploy electric vehicles for a variety of purposes. The 120 V power outlets on the Hummer EV have a 3 kW output capacity, and a 6 kW, 240 V outlet known as the Power Station may be added to the vehicle to charge additional battery-powered cars. The Hummer EV may be appealing to the Army in part because of its performance.
It is over 5 meters long and has a three-motor Ultium Drive system that can generate up to 1,000 horsepower and a mind-blowing 15,500 Nm of torque. It is said that despite its weight, it can accelerate from 0 to 96 kmph in under three seconds. With a huge 404 mm ground clearance, the Hummer EV can handle any road or none at all. The approach angle and departure angle are both up to 49.7 degrees and 38.4 degrees, respectively, in extract mode.
According to EPA ratings, it has a stated 530 km driving range on a single charge and because of its 800 V battery design, it also allows DC fast charging at 350 kW. The US Military could be drawn to these excellent numbers, but it will need to invest in charging infrastructure to ensure a smooth procedure even though solar panels might be used.
The Infantry Squad Vehicle, which is based on the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2, can transport nine soldiers into battle along with their essential equipment, and GM Defense was awarded a sizable contract to deliver it back in the year 2020.