Ground Effect Vehicles, Motor Vehicles, Trailers, and Cycles

NATO Supply Group (NSG) 23, also known as Federal Supply Group (FSG) 23 in the United States, is a standardized classification system for various land transportation vehicles and related equipment. It categorizes items into different Federal Supply Classes (FSC) based on their specific functions and characteristics.

What does it include?

NSG 23 encompasses a broad range of land-based vehicles and related items, including:

• Ground Effect Vehicles (FSC 2305): These are vehicles designed to operate close to the ground (usually within a few feet), utilizing the "ground effect" phenomenon for improved lift and efficiency. Examples include hovercrafts and air-cushion vehicles.
• Motor Vehicles (FSC 2310): This class covers passenger cars, vans, SUVs, and other vehicles primarily used for transporting people.
• Trucks and Truck Tractors, Wheeled (FSC 2320): This category includes various types of trucks and tractors designed for hauling cargo on wheels. Examples range from light-duty pickup trucks to heavy-duty semi-trailers.
• Trailers (FSC 2330): This class encompasses non-motorized vehicles towed by other vehicles, such as cargo trailers, utility trailers, and trailers for specialized applications.
• Motorcycles, Motor Scooters, and Bicycles (FSC 2340): This category includes two- and three-wheeled motor vehicles, along with bicycles.
• Combat, Assault, and Tactical Vehicles (FSC 2350): This class covers a diverse range of armored vehicles used for military operations, including tanks, armored personnel carriers, and combat support vehicles. There are further subdivisions within this class for tracked (FSC 2355) and wheeled (FSC 2350) variants.