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Explore twelve real vehicles built by Oshkosh Corporation—each designed to help people solve important real-world problems. From emergency response and construction to defense and aviation support, these machines play vital roles in keeping communities safe and moving forward. As you review each vehicle, think about what it does, who it helps, and the challenges it is designed to solve. Then choose one vehicle and re-imagine it as your own “Everyday Hero.” Give your hero a name and transform its real-world purpose into a creative character or design that highlights its heroic mission.Â
Explore twelve real vehicles built by Oshkosh Corporation—each designed to help people solve important real-world problems. From emergency response and construction to defense and aviation support, these machines play vital roles in keeping communities safe and moving forward. As you review each vehicle, think about what it does, who it helps, and the challenges it is designed to solve. Then choose one vehicle and re-imagine it as your own “Everyday Hero.” Give your hero a name and transform its real-world purpose into a creative character or design that highlights its heroic mission.Â
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BOOM LIFT
BOOM LIFT
The Boom Lift made by JLG Industries is a machine that helps workers reach very high places safely. It has a long arm that extends into the air with a platform at the end where a person can stand. Workers use boom lifts to fix buildings, install lights, trim trees, and complete construction projects. By lifting people safely to hard-to-reach areas, Boomer helps workers do important jobs high above the ground.
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JD 50/60 ROTATOR
JD 50/60 ROTATOR
The Rotator Tow Truck built by Jerr-Dan is a powerful recovery vehicle used to lift and move large trucks, buses, or heavy equipment after accidents or breakdowns. Its rotating crane arm can spin and lift extremely heavy loads, helping clear roads and rescue stuck vehicles. Gator the Rotator is a hero that helps keep highways safe and traffic moving.
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SCISSOR LIFT
SCISSOR LIFT
The Scissor Lift from JLG Industries raises workers straight up into the air using a crisscross metal support system that expands like scissors. It is commonly used indoors in places like warehouses, schools, and theaters where workers need a stable platform to reach ceilings, lights, or high shelves. Stretch helps workers reach high places safely while staying balanced on a steady platform.
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TELEHANDLER
TELEHANDLER
A Telehandler made by JLG Industries is a powerful machine used on construction sites and farms to lift and move heavy materials. Its long extending arm can pick up pallets, tools, or building supplies and place them high or far away. Johnny G helps workers move heavy loads safely and efficiently, making big jobs easier to complete.
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FOUR WHEEL DRIVE TRUCKS
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE TRUCKS
Old Betsy was the very first four-wheel-drive truck built by Oshkosh Corporation in 1917. Unlike many trucks of its time, it could drive through mud, snow, and rough terrain because power was sent to all four wheels. This innovation helped trucks work in difficult environments and led to the development of many modern heavy-duty vehicles. Old Betsy helped start a legacy of building tough vehicles designed to handle challenging jobs.
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VERTICAL MAST LIFT
VERTICAL MAST LIFT
The Vertical Mast Lift from JLG Industries is a compact machine designed to move straight up in tight spaces. It can easily fit through narrow aisles and doorways, making it perfect for indoor work in warehouses, stores, and schools. Slim helps workers safely reach high shelves, lights, and equipment even in small or crowded spaces.
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PRATT MILLER CORVETTE
PRATT MILLER CORVETTE
The Corvette developed by Pratt Miller is a high-performance sports car built for speed, precision, and advanced engineering. Engineers design vehicles like this to test new technologies, materials, and aerodynamics that can influence future vehicles. Cory represents innovation, teamwork, and the science behind designing some of the fastest and most advanced cars in the world.
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TACTICAL VEHICLE
TACTICAL VEHICLE
The Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) built by Oshkosh Defense is a military vehicle designed to safely transport soldiers across difficult terrain. It is built to be extremely strong, mobile, and protective while still moving quickly in dangerous environments. Sarge helps protect service members while they complete important missions around the world.
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PIERCE FIRE TRUCK
PIERCE FIRE TRUCK
The Volterra Fire Truck made by Pierce Manufacturing is an advanced fire engine that uses electric power along with traditional firefighting equipment. It helps firefighters respond quickly to emergencies while reducing fuel use and emissions. Volterra is designed to support firefighters as they protect communities and save lives.
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ARFF TRUCK
ARFF TRUCK
The Striker Volterra ARFF Truck from Oshkosh Airport Products is a specialized emergency vehicle used at airports to respond to aircraft emergencies. It can drive quickly across runways and spray large amounts of water or foam to put out fires. With powerful pumps and advanced technology, this truck helps keep passengers, pilots, and airport crews safe.
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DELIVERY VEHICLES
DELIVERY VEHICLES
The Next Generation Delivery Vehicle (NGDV) built by Oshkosh Corporation is designed to help deliver mail and packages efficiently to homes and businesses. It has a spacious cargo area, improved safety features, and a design that makes it easier for drivers to stop and deliver mail throughout the day. Miles helps keep communities connected by delivering letters, packages, and important documents.
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MECHANIC TRUCK
MECHANIC TRUCK
The Mechanics Truck made by Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. is like a mobile repair shop on wheels. It carries tools, cranes, and equipment that allow technicians to fix heavy machinery and vehicles directly at a job site. Dom the Dominator helps keep construction sites, farms, and work crews running smoothly by bringing repairs wherever they are needed.
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