The MK48/MK48A1 and their associated rear body units (RBU) form the Logistics Vehicle system (LVS). Used primarily by combat service support motor transport units to haul supplies in large quantities from beachheads, ports, railheads or airfields to combat service support areas, the MK48/MK48A1 is an all-metal, fully enclosed, 4x4 tactical front power unit with a crew of two. The MK48/48A1's low profile, cab-forward configuration permits loading aboard military aircraft with no preparation when coupled to any of the driven RBU. The MK48/MK48A1 attaches to the RBUs through an articulation joint to form an integral articulated 8x8 vehicle with cross-country mobility.
