A Legacy of Innovation
From James A. Allison owning the winning racecar of the Indianapolis 500 in 1915 to supporting the U.S. Military during both World Wars to the invention of the first heavy-duty automatic transmission, Allison has been designing high-quality, reliable, and durable products for more than 100 years.
We remain dedicated to this brand promise today, as the largest global manufacturer of medium-duty and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions, and a leader of electrified propulsion systems.
Our Defense Heritage
Our history in the defense sector dates back to World War I when James Allison halted the company’s regular operations to manufacture equipment for the U.S. Military. This set the stage for Allison to evolve into a leading supplier of wheeled and tracked vehicles. Today, we provide transmissions to the U.S. Department of Defense for all-wheeled vehicles heavier than the Humvee and more than half of the armored combat vehicles used by the U.S. Military.
Propulsion Solutions for All Missions
Modern armed forces are called upon to carry out a wide range of missions, from peacekeeping and disaster relief to full-scale warfare. Every day, troops put their lives on the line to protect the lives of others. In such demanding conditions, it’s vital to have a partner who can develop innovative power and propulsion systems that are designed to be both reliable and resilient.
Tailored for Defense Applications
Regardless of the type of vehicle—light, medium or heavy; wheeled or tracked—Allison’s propulsion solutions are ideal for nearly any defense application. Allison’s military-grade propulsion solutions are designed to perform in the most demanding and challenging situations. With more than 100 years of experience, Allison provides the reliable and fully integrated propulsion solutions that help to keep defense fleets mission ready.
Fully Customizable Propulsion Technology for Tracked Vehicles
Allison can tailor conventional, electric hybrid and fully electric propulsion solutions to meet the individual needs of our customers.
