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JCB has announced its successful bid to supply the United States Marine Corps with up to 206 of its telescopic compact track loaders, the 3TS-8T Teleskid, under a contract valued at $39 million.
In a competitive process involving leading OEMs, JCB emerged victorious in securing the Marine Corps' Multi-Terrain Loader (MTL) Replacement program. The 3TS-8T Teleskid, renowned for its telescopic boom and side entry door, will become the cornerstone of the USMC's future MTL fleet. The initial delivery order amounts to $19 million, with JCB anticipating the first shipment to the Marine Corps before year-end.
"We are thrilled to win this contract from the Marine Corps for the JCB Teleskid, the world's only skid steer and compact track loader with a telescopic boom,” says Richard Fox-Marrs, President & CEO of JCB North America. “This machine is designed, engineered and manufactured by our talented team in Savannah, Georgia, who also produce the commercial Teleskid that we sell globally. The military and commercial versions of the JCB Teleskid are almost identical.
“It’s fantastic that the Marines have made the switch and chosen the unique benefits of the JCB telescopic compact track loader over conventional skid steer designs, and that they have the confidence to deploy this machine on missions throughout the world,” says Fox-Marrs. “We are honored to again have the opportunity to support the U.S. military with JCB equipment, and we look forward to furthering our long-standing relationship."
The contract encompasses a range of attachments, enabling the USMC to fulfill diverse mission requirements with the Teleskid.
"This is a great achievement for JCB and a testament to the dedication and skill of our team,” says Viengkeo Johnson, Senior Manager – Government & Defense for JCB North America. “A special thanks to the entire JCB team for their hard work, commitment and perseverance. Together, we will be delivering a world-class product that will make a difference to those who help protect our nation."
The Teleskid's standout features include a telescoping boom with a hinge pin height surpassing conventional skid steers by over 2 feet, enhancing operational capacity. With a rated operating capacity of up to 3,700 lb. and a travel speed of 7.8 mph, the Teleskid offers superior performance. Its side-door entry enhances visibility and safety, a significant advantage over front-entry machines.
"We are immensely proud to provide yet another product to the U.S. military, which has been a valued customer for over three decades,” says Chris Giorgianni, Vice President of Product for JCB North America. “This contract demonstrates the quality and versatility of our machines, which are designed to meet the most demanding and challenging environments, whether it’s supporting the military mission or allowing our commercial customer to just get the job done. We are honored to support the Marine Corps and all branches of the U.S. military in their vital work of protecting and serving our country and its allies."