Mahwah Receives 2-Ton Military Surplus Truck

MAHWAH, NJ — The township received a slightly-used, 2-and-a-half-ton military truck through a federal acquisition program.

The Mahwah Police Department acquired the truck, which is in excellent condition and has only 9,200 miles on it, said Mayor John Roth.

The truck could have multiple applications, including deep water rescues or transporting heavy equipment and materials. The truck also has winches on the front and back, which could be used to tow or pull other vehicles.

The truck did not cost the township any money. Industrial Rigging transported the truck from Fort Dix in Burlington County at no cost.

Township Council President David May encouraged officials to participate in the acquisition program.

"We are grateful to Council President May, who actively encouraged this program, and the Mahwah Police Department for its diligence and efforts in acquiring this new asset," Roth said. "This includes Chief James Batelli, captains Stuart Blank and Stephen Jaffe, and the program manager, Sgt Michael Blondin.

Email: daniel.hubbard@patch.com

Photo: The 2-and-a-half-ton military truck the township received through a surplus acquisition program. (Courtesy of Mayor John Roth)