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Military-grade Rugged Devices for Mission-Critical Defense Operations.
MIL-STD-810H. IP65/IP67. NCAGE-ready. NATO-coded VMTs for the world’s most demanding defense platforms.
Rugged Vehicle-Mounted Computers for Efficient Defense Integration
For over 30 years, JLT has partnered with leading system integrators to deliver rugged, fixed vehicle-mounted computers built for the world’s most demanding military environments. Our NATO-coded VMTs power mission-critical systems across navigation, logistics, communications, and command and control from transport fleets to mobile command centers and tactical platforms. Purpose-built. Integration-ready. Engineered to last the full lifecycle of your defense program.
Key Defense Use Cases
Command and Control Operations:
JLT rugged vehicle-mount systems serve as fully configurable command and data hubs, supporting encryption and integration with mission-specific military systems. They provide a secure and rugged platform for running field applications that are vital for real-time decision-making and operational execution.
Enhanced Situational Awareness
With the capability to run multiple applications including mapping, tracking, and geolocation systems our forklift-mounted systems deliver enhanced situational awareness to military personnel operating in dynamic environments. The hardware is optimized to provide immediate, actionable information under any conditions.
Transportation and Asset Movement
During active transport missions, our VMTs can be integrated with vehicle systems to support geolocation tracking, route planning, and asset visibility. This ensures effective coordination of troops, vehicles, and supplies across large-scale operations.
Military Logistics Management
In warehouse or depot environments, JLT VMTs enable precise inventory tracking using barcodes, OCR, and other logistics software. The systems provide robust, always-on connectivity for logistics command centers and mobile storage units.
Tactical Communications Support
Integrated with SATCOM terminals, external antennas, encryption tools, and RF-blocking features. This ensures secure, reliable communication in both fixed and mobile command structures.
Training and Simulation
Our rugged computers are also well-suited for training environments, with the ability to run simulation applications, display interactive technical documentation, and deliver step-by-step instructions
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Rugged Vehicle-Mounted Computers
Defense operations require reliable computing directly inside tactical vehicles and mobile command platforms. JLT rugged vehicle-mounted computers are engineered for installation in military transport, logistics vehicles, and specialized tactical equipment. Designed to withstand shock, vibration, extreme temperatures, and electromagnetic interference, these systems deliver dependable performance in the most demanding defense environments.
Rugged Custom Solutions
Alongside our off-the-shelf products, we provide customized versions of our rugged computers as well as fully custom-made devices. These solutions range from custom antennas, cables and mounting to special GPS-boards and connectors, CAN-bus, and fully custom designs including alternative interfaces, mechanics, and branding.
JLT Software
Our 6th-generation vehicle-mount terminals (VMT) offer so much more than just a window into your warehouse management software. By working in parallel with your VMTs in a huge variety of warehousing applications, JLT Insights will collect and contextualize previously undocumented operational data from your forklift devices – using onboard sensors on the VMT.
The JLT Advantage
Why leading companies choose JLT
Mission-Ready Reliability in Extreme Environments
Defense operations demand computing systems that perform under constant stress. JLT ultra rugged vehicle-mounted computers are engineered to withstand shock, vibration, extreme temperatures, and electromagnetic interference, meeting MIL-STD-810H and IP65/IP67 standards. The result is dependable computing in tactical vehicles and field deployments where equipment failure is not an option.
Flexible Computing for Diverse Defense Applications
Military programs require adaptable technology across a wide range of platforms. JLT rugged computing solutions support multiple Intel® Core™ processor options, configurable memory and storage, and compatibility with Windows, Linux, or customer specific operating systems, enabling integrators to deploy the right computing performance for each mission scenario.
Reliable Connectivity for Tactical Communications
Modern defense operations rely on continuous data exchange across vehicles, command systems, and field units. JLT fixed-mounted computers support advanced connectivity including 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth, GPS/GNSS, SATCOM, and mesh radio integration, ensuring reliable communications and real-time operational awareness even in complex field environments.
Secure and Compliant Defense Computing
Security and compliance are critical in defense deployments. JLT rugged systems support TPM 2.0, secure boot, and optional encryption, helping protect system integrity and sensitive operational data. With NCAGE (NATO Cage Code) readiness, these rugged computers are designed to support national and international defense programs.
Custom Integration for Specialized Defense Platforms
Defense programs often require hardware tailored to unique vehicle and system configurations. JLT offers COTS and fully customized rugged vehicle-mounted computers, including specialized connectors, mounts, antennas, and interfaces. This flexibility allows integrators to deploy mission-ready computing solutions aligned with specific operational requirements.
Long Lifecycle Support for Defense Programs
Defense systems are built for long-term deployment. JLT rugged computers support product lifecycles of up to 15 years, with proactive component monitoring, spare parts availability, and lifecycle management. This ensures stable supply, predictable maintenance planning, and reduced lifecycle risk across long-term defense contracts.
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Mission‑Ready. Integration‑Ready.
Discover how JLT’s NATO‑coded vehicle‑mounted terminals are designed for seamless integration into military and defense platforms. This brochure provides an overview of our COTS and customized VMTs, integration models, lifecycle support, and compliance with strict military requirements.
