While it could be some time before hybrid military vehicles hit the market, it’s no surprise the military would be interested in investing in the new engines. Hybrids bring many benefits to any vehicle, regardless of their purpose, and the inquire for Information outlined precisely what the military is looking for in the potential new Stryker.
First and foremost, and most obvious, is fuel efficiency. Hybrids consume less fuel because they have mixed electric and gasoline-powered engines. Strykers undoubtedly necessitate a lot of gas, so double dipping in an electric engine would help. However, the RCCTO aims to enhance all-around automotive performance, including acceleration, top speed, power storage, and generation. Naturally, these improvements must come without sacrificing the tank’s crew space.
The U.S. Army also wants to fully utilize the massive battery that a hybrid Stryker would necessitate. Fuel efficiency aside, the goal is for the vehicle to act as a generator, supplying power to other systems where necessary. Another benefit of switching to hybrids is their quietness compared to traditional combustion engines. Naturally, the Army wouldn’t turn down additional stealth capabilities. The hope is that the hybrid could “conduct battery only silent watch and silent mobility beyond non-hybrid baseline performance specifications.” If the hybrid Stryker comes to fruition, it’ll add another impressive vehicle to the arsenal, joining the M10 Booker in turning heads.
