Even American Monsters Need Mechanics: Ukraine Reveals What’s Under the MaxxPro

Ukrainian military mechanics have revealed what lies beneath the massive armor of the US-made International MaxxPro, sharing rare close-up photographs of the heavy-duty suspension and mechanical systems that keep the mine-resistant vehicle operational on the battlefield.

On October 27, Ukraine’s 146th Separate Repair and Recovery Regiment released photographs showing its specialists maintaining and restoring armored vehicles used by Ukrainian forces.

The images show a MaxxPro positioned over an inspection pit inside a military repair facility, where two Ukrainian servicemembers are working beneath its front section.

With the undercarriage exposed, the photographs provide a detailed look at the vehicle’s enormous suspension springs, reinforced control arms, and other components designed to support several tons of armor.

Despite its imposing appearance, the MaxxPro relies on complex mechanical systems that require regular maintenance, particularly after operating on damaged roads and difficult terrain.

Modern versions of the vehicle, including the MaxxPro Dash, use independent suspension systems designed to improve mobility, stability, and handling over uneven ground.

Another notable feature visible in the photographs is the additional metal mesh protection installed around the vehicle’s body. Similar screens are widely used on Ukrainian military equipment to provide an extra layer of defense against Russian FPV drones.

The International MaxxPro belongs to the Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) family of military vehicles, developed to protect personnel against mines, improvised explosive devices, and ambushes.

One of its defining features is a V-shaped armored hull, which helps redirect the force of explosions away from the crew compartment, reducing the impact on personnel inside. Depending on the configuration, MaxxPro vehicles can transport troops, support frontline operations, and evacuate wounded servicemembers from dangerous areas.

The vehicle’s protective capabilities have already proven critical during combat operations in Ukraine. In November 2025, soldiers from Ukraine’s Syla Svobody Battalion survived an anti-tank mine explosion while traveling in a MaxxPro to evacuate fellow servicemembers.

Earlier, in June 2025, a Canadian-made Roshel Senator MRAP was filmed evacuating wounded Ukrainian soldiers in the Donetsk region despite losing a wheel in a mine explosion. The armored vehicle continued moving on just three wheels, highlighting the importance of mine-resistant designs in protecting troops and maintaining mobility under battlefield conditions.

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