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The XM1218 Countermine MULE Vehicle (MULE-CM)
The Multifunctional Utility/Logistics and Equipment (MULE) Vehicle is a 2.5-ton Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) that will support dismounted and air assault operations. The vehicle is sling-loadable under military rotorcraft and features three variants sharing a common chassis: transport, countermine and the Armed Robotic Vehicle (ARV)-Assault-Light (ARV-A-L).
The Countermine MULE Vehicle (MULE-CM) (XM1218) will provide the capability to detect, mark, and neutralize anti-tank mines. The vehicle is equipped with an integrated mine detection mission equipment package from the Ground Standoff Mine Detection System (GSTAMIDS).
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