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Jerr-Dan Introduces ELEMENT by Jerr-Dan Roadside Assistance Vehicle

(April 27, 2009) - GREENCASTLE, Pa. (April 28, 2009) – Jerr-Dan Corporation, an Oshkosh Corporation [NYSE: OSK] company and leading manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment, today introduced the Element by Jerr-Dan™ Roadside Assistance vehicle. The combination vehicle is engineered especially for towing professionals who work with motor clubs, to allow one-person operation of both service and towing functions.
The Element by Jerr-Dan Roadside Assistance vehicle features a 3,500-lb lift capacity and a 7,000-lb towing capacity rating and combines reliability, durability and ease of operation. Engineered around a light duty tow unit, the vehicle features a complete compliment of service equipment, including storage for 30 batteries; tanks for three types of fuel (unleaded, E-85 and diesel); compressed air for power wrenches and assorted tools; four storage cabinets; a heavy-duty tool chest; six flood lights; and a back-up camera to assist the towing operation.
“The Element by Jerr-Dan Roadside Assistance vehicle is a turnkey, one-person operation that provides roadside support, and if necessary can easily tow a disabled vehicle,” said Wilson Jones, Oshkosh Corporation executive vice president Fire & Emergency group. “It offers a tremendous revenue and productivity opportunity for our customers, and without a doubt, is one of the most highly anticipated new products we’ve ever introduced.”
Also available is a new 3,000-lb. capacity air cushion that eliminates the need for a traditional long handle floor jack. The cushion inflates -- with just 7-psi required -- and can lift virtually any passenger vehicle, while keeping the operator a safer distance from passing traffic.
“We gathered ideas and feedback from many large and small fleet customers to ensure that the Element by Jerr-Dan Roadside Assistance vehicle is one of the most versatile and hardest working trucks in their fleet,” added Jones. “It adds value to motor clubs because this one unit can respond to a wider range of emergencies, and also provides new revenue opportunities for towing professionals.”
The Element by Jerr-Dan Roadside Assistance vehicle is engineered to fit on a wide range of chassis, including the popular Ford F-550 and Dodge 5500, to meet the needs of any fleet.  The vehicle is available through the Jerr-Dan national network of distributors.
Photo caption: The new Element by Jerr-Dan™ Roadside Assistance vehicle provides both service and towing with one-person operation.
About Jerr-Dan
Jerr-Dan Corp., an Oshkosh Corporation [NYSE: OSK] company, is a leading manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment. Its full line includes light-, medium- and heavy-duty carriers and wreckers, industrial transporters and four-car carriers. The company is headquartered in Greencastle, Penn., and its products are backed by industry-leading warranties and a strong service network dedicated to towing professionals. Visit www.jerr-dan.com to learn more.
 
About Oshkosh Corporation
Oshkosh Corporation [NYSE: OSK] is the leading North American manufacturer of a broad range of snow removal vehicles, fire and emergency vehicles, specialty access equipment, commercial vehicles, and military vehicles and vehicle bodies. Oshkosh's products are valued worldwide by municipal and airport support services, fire and emergency units, concrete placement companies, rental companies, defense forces, and refuse businesses where high quality, superior performance, rugged reliability and long-term value are paramount. Visit www.oshkoshcorporation.com for more information.
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