Under normal circumstances, civilians can’t buy military vehicles, especially not recent models that are still in service. But if you’re willing to bid generously, you’ll be able to get a 2026 Infantry Squad Vehicle-Utility (ISV-U) built by GM Defense later this month.
Going under the hammer at Barrett-Jackson’s The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions in Palm Beach, Florida on April 18, the one-of-a-kind ISV-U will raise money for charity, with 100% of the price to benefit the Medal of Honor Foundation in support of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society’s mission.
The First-Ever Public Sale of an ISV-U
The auction will represent the first-ever public sale of an ISV-U, which was engineered to meet US Army and allied requirements. The ISV-U is a five-passenger, ultra-light tactical vehicle designed for high-speed, off-road mobility and demanding operational environments.
Thanks to its open roll-cage design, expeditionary footprint, and extensive use of commercial-off-the-shelf components, the ISV-U can support a wide range of mission applications, offering modern military capability that is in use today by the US Army and other militaries worldwide.
The five-seat layout and versatile cargo bed are designed to carry mission-critical loads for logistics, fire support, command and control, electronic warfare, counter-unmanned aircraft systems and reconnaissance roles.
Built on the GM’s midsize truck platform, the ISV-U is powered by a 2.8-liter Duramax turbodiesel engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.
Custom Livery Pays Homage the Medal of Honor and America’s 250th Anniversary
The vehicle that will be auctioned off also carries a custom livery honoring the Medal of Honor, recognizing America’s 250th anniversary, and acknowledging the US Army units that use the Chevy Colorado-based ISV-U platform today.
“Partnering with the Medal of Honor Foundation to offer this ISV-U at Barrett-Jackson is a powerful way to connect our mission-focused technology with a cause that honors the very best of American service,” said Steve duMont, president, GM Defense.
“This vehicle was designed to help soldiers accomplish their missions in the toughest conditions, and we’re proud that its first public sale will directly support the Foundation’s work to care for Recipients, preserve their stories and inspire future generations with the values embodied in the Medal of Honor.”
All funds from the sale will directly support the Medal of Honor Foundation, which secures private support to care for living recipients and their families, preserve their stories and advance educational initiatives that support the foundation’s core value of courage, sacrifice, commitment, integrity, citizenship, and patriotism.
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