14.08.2006 13:00:00

International Military and Government LLC Debuts New Armored Military Truck for U.S. Army at Aberdeen Proving Grounds; International MXT-MVA to Undergo Demonstration for Top Military Officials

Stepping up to the challenge of designing and buildingcomplete integrated vehicle solutions that meet today's needs forsurvivability, sustainability, agility and deployability,International Military and Government LLC (IMG), a wholly ownedsubsidiary of International Truck and Engine Corporation, willshowcase its new International MXT-MVA (Military Vehicle - Armored) atthe U.S. Army's Platform System Demonstration at Aberdeen ProvingGrounds Aug. 14-18.

The International MXT-MVA is an all-terrain, armored wheeledvehicle platform designed to provide a new level of ballistics andblast protection to help protect soldiers on the battlefield.International has collaborated extensively with established armorproviders and military development engineers within the US ArmyTank-Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Centers (TARDEC)National Automotive Center to develop the right armor solutions forthe full spectrum of military operations.

Built with the expertise of a leading commercial truck and enginemanufacturer, International's MXT-MVA has the ability to handle theweight of the armor - especially over long distances, rugged terrainand when maneuverability is critical. Powered by a 300-horsepowerInternational V8 diesel engine with 530 lb.-ft. of torque, additionalarmor does not adversely affect the vehicle's superior payloadability, towing capacity or durability. Not compromising theever-changing needs of today's soldiers, the best-in-class cab can beconfigured to fit as many as six crew members in full gear, while thebody of the MXT-MVA is versatile enough to accommodate an array ofweapons, navigation and communications systems and applications suchas convoy protection, field shelter, ambulance and communicationsunits, which are seamlessly integrated with the company's proprietarymultiplexed electrical system. This offering encompasses an A kit andB kit design.

"Crew survivability is our top priority," said Archie Massicotte,President of International Military and Government LLC. "With advancedup-armoring capabilities, the International MXT-MVA provides asignificant level of protection against the new threats of IEDs ourtroops are encountering in the field. We want to do our part inproviding today's soldiers the best possible solutions to thechallenges they face on the battlefield. The MXT-MVA is part of thatsolution and it's ready for production."

About International Military and Government, LLC

International Military and Government LLC is a wholly-ownedsubsidiary of International Truck and Engine Corporation. IMG wasestablished to focus on military and government opportunities.Additional information is available atwww.InternationalMilitaryandGovernment.com.

About International Truck and Engine

International Truck and Engine Corporation is the operatingcompany of Navistar International Corporation (NYSE:NAV). The companyproduces International(R) brand commercial trucks, mid-range dieselengines and IC brand school buses and is a private label designer andmanufacturer of diesel engines for the pickup truck, van and SUVmarkets. With the broadest distribution network in North America, thecompany also provides financing for customers and dealers.Additionally, through a joint venture with Ford Motor Company, thecompany builds medium commercial trucks and sells truck and dieselengine service parts. Additional information is available atwww.InternationalDelivers.com.

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