The M1165A1 w/B3 Kit combines the M1097A2 four door body with the M1113 ECV Chassis and is used as a
Command and Control/General Purpose Vehicle. The M1165A1 w/B3 Kit features the flexibility of removable
armor to support mission requirements. The M1165A1 increases performance to a more current configuration and
combines the roles/missions of the M1097A2 Heavy Variant HMMWV for Command and control; armor ready.
The A1 model designator represents the fact it has Integrated Armor Package (IAP) installed, commonly referred to
as “Underbody”.