Hybrid Diesel‑Electric Tactical Mobility Platform
HIPPO HAWC (Hybrid Amphibious Wheeled Carrier) and HIPPO RAPTOR
HIPPO HAWC (Hybrid Amphibious Wheeled Carrier) and HIPPO RAPTOR
The HIPPO HAWC and HIPPO RAPTOR are multi‑purpose mobility platforms built to reduce the physical burden on dismounted teams while improving reach, tempo and survivability in hard‑to‑access terrain. With a hybrid diesel‑electric 6×6 drivetrain, high payload capacity, low acoustic/thermal signature on battery power, and exportable electrical power, they support tactical resupply, equipment carriage, casualty evacuation and mission system power in one deployable platform.
Capability overview
- Payload: Up to 1,000 kg load capacity supports dismounted operations by reducing carried weight and enabling faster movement.
- Towing: Can tow up to 2,000 kg additional load (mission dependent).
- Mobility and deployability: Designed to support airborne/airmobile operations, including internal helicopter transport and parachute delivery options (configuration dependent).
- Low signature: Battery operation enables very low acoustic and thermal signature for stealthy movement and silent watch tasks.
- Exportable power: Up to 5 kW of 24 VDC exportable power for charging, sensors, radios and other field loads.
- RAS options: HAWC is available in manned and optionally manned/autonomous configurations; RAPTOR is unmanned/autonomous (from remote control through to autonomous navigation options).
Platform options
| Model | Primary concept | Typical roles |
|---|---|---|
| HAWC | Manned or optionally manned / autonomous | Load carriage, tactical resupply, CASEVAC, comms, surveillance, engineering, fire and rescue |
| RAPTOR | Unmanned / autonomous | Resupply under risk, remote delivery of stores, autonomous logistics support, mission payload carriage |
Key features designed for field sustainment
- Low‑maintenance drivetrain: 200–400 hour oil change intervals and no grease points.
- Automatic chain tensioners: Uses idler sprockets to reduce wear points.
- Advanced cooling system: Designed to reduce overheating in extreme conditions.
- Tie-down and lift provisions: Front/rear tie down points included; optional helicopter lift points.
- Electric parking/emergency brake and a digital gauge package with speed, temperature and voltage readouts.
- Serviceability: Accessible, removable electronics board and heavy‑duty wheel bearings.
Specifications (metric)
| Drivetrain | 6×6 hybrid diesel‑electric |
|---|---|
| Battery system | 96 VDC, 7.5 kW (15 kW optional) |
| Exportable power | 24 VDC, up to 5 kW |
| Optional generator | Diesel generator, 13 kW DC output (configuration dependent) |
| Engine | Kubota 24 hp diesel (approx. 18 kW) |
| Maximum payload | Up to 1,000 kg (approx.) |
| Silent mode speed (electric only) | Up to ~8 km/h (optional ~16 km/h) |
Dimensions (metric)
HAWC
- Approx. vehicle size: 3.90 m (L) × 1.65 m (W) × 2.00 m (H, ROPS up) / 1.50 m (H, ROPS folded)
- Approx. load deck: 1.75 m (L) × 1.50 m (W) × 0.93 m (H)
- Approx. curb weight: 1,700 kg
RAPTOR
- Approx. vehicle size: 3.66 m (L) × 1.63 m (W) × 1.20 m (H)
- Approx. load deck: 3.10 m (L) × 1.44 m (W) × 0.93 m (H)
- Approx. curb weight: 1,700 kg
Support through J3Seven
J3Seven can help you select the right HAWC/RAPTOR configuration for your mission profile, including autonomy level, payload fit-out, cargo retention, towing requirements and export power integration. Contact us to discuss availability, lead times and procurement pathways.