Manufacturer of specialty vehicles and vehicle bodies for defense, industrial, fire and emergency, and commercial applications.
Oshkosh Corporation is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and marketing specialty vehicles and vehicle bodies across various sectors worldwide. The company operates through several distinct segments, each catering to specific industry needs. The Access Equipment segment specializes in providing aerial work platforms and telehandlers, essential for construction, industrial, institutional, and general maintenance applications. Additionally, this segment offers rental fleet loans, leasing services, and financing options through third-party arrangements, along with towing and recovery equipment, equipment installation services, and sales of chassis and service parts.
In the Defense segment, Oshkosh Corporation delivers heavy, medium, and light tactical wheeled vehicles, along with related services tailored for the Department of Defense. These vehicles play critical roles in military operations and defense applications globally. The Fire & Emergency segment focuses on manufacturing custom and commercial firefighting vehicles and equipment, including a wide range of fire apparatus and emergency vehicles such as pumpers, aerial platform trucks, rescue vehicles, and specialized response vehicles for various emergency scenarios.
Furthermore, the Commercial segment of Oshkosh Corporation provides specialized vehicles including front-and rear-discharge concrete mixers, refuse collection vehicles, and related components for commercial and municipal waste haulers. This segment also offers field service vehicles, truck-mounted cranes, and other utility vehicles serving industries such as construction, equipment dealerships, building supplies, utilities, tire services, railroads, and mining operations.
Founded in 1917 and headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Oshkosh Corporation has a rich history of innovation and reliability in vehicle manufacturing. Formerly known as Oshkosh Truck Corporation, the company rebranded to Oshkosh Corporation in 2008 to better reflect its diverse product portfolio and global reach in the specialty vehicle market. Oshkosh Corporation continues to leverage its industry expertise and customer-centric approach to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients worldwide.