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CASE STUDY: OVIK CROSSWAY

CASE STUDY: OVIK CROSSWAY

Hoses for Extreme Climatic & Operational Conditions

Engine coolant and aspiration hose assemblies for military vehicle platforms operating in extreme environments.

The CROSSWAY from OVIK is a multi-role armoured vehicle (MRAV) platform engineered for defence, security and specialist operational deployments. Built on the OVIK STRIVE 4×4 or 6×6 tactical chassis, the platform is designed for high mobility, payload flexibility and reliable operation in extreme climatic and terrain conditions.

Designed around the OVIK STRIVE 4×4 or 6×6 tactical chassis, the CROSSWAY platform is configured to meet specific mission requirements across defence and security applications. The vehicle architecture supports a range of payload configurations while maintaining high levels of mobility, protection and mechanical resilience.

All CROSSWAY variants utilise super heavy-duty drivetrain and chassis systems, designed to support prolonged operational deployment in demanding environments including extreme heat, cold climates, desert operations and off-road military terrain.

Engineering Challenge

The CROSSWAY platform required coolant and aspiration hose assemblies capable of supporting prolonged operation in harsh military environments.

Key requirements included:

• Reliable coolant flow for engine thermal management
• Efficient airflow through the aspiration system
• Resistance to vibration, shock and off-road vehicle loads
• Operation across extreme temperature ranges
• Compact routing within a constrained armoured engine bay

Goodflex Solution

Goodflex engineers conducted an on-vehicle hose routing assessment to establish the optimal hose geometry and routing within the OVIK CROSSWAY engine compartment.

The development process included:

• On-site hose routing and measurement
• Rapid prototype hose manufacture to validate fit and performance
• Tooling development for repeatable production
• Validation and production of complete hose kits for vehicle assembly

The resulting assemblies deliver reliable coolant circulation and efficient airflow while maintaining installation consistency across the vehicle platform.

Hose design characteristics

High-temperature silicone coolant hose
Reinforced multi-ply construction
Temperature capability up to ~180°C
Resistance to oils, fuels and environmental exposure
Designed for high vibration vehicle environments

Goodflex supplies hoses, mouldings and assemblies for defence and specialist vehicle platforms requiring reliable thermal management and airflow systems.

Testimonial

OVIK approached Goodflex Rubber to assist with the engine coolant and aspiration hose solution for our CROSSWAY Multi Role Armoured Vehicle (MRAV).

OVIK CROSSWAY MRAV is totally bespoke, and coolant and aspiration flow efficiency is essential for peak performance; as such we needed a hose solution which would provide efficient flow rates. Moreover, we wanted our engine compartment packaging to be aesthetically pleasing.

"Goodflex were extremely responsive and provided a no-fuss solution which worked right out of the box. Our engine bay now benefits from bespoke hosing which has proved extremely robust and looks fantastic. I would thoroughly recommend Goodflex as a hose solution provider within the defence and security sector.”

Jez Hermer MBE CEO, Ovik Crossway