Jasper Engines & Transmissions is donating 10 remanufactured differentials to the Institute for Affordable Transportation (IAT) for use in its Basic Utility Vehicles (BUV). The 10 GM 7.5-inch rear end differentials include drum brakes, axle shafts, an emergency brake cable and lubricant.
Headquartered in Indianapolis, Ind., the IAT is a not-for-profit public charity devoted to improving the lives of people in developing nations by providing simple, low-cost vehicles.
The BUV is a three-wheeled vehicle that is powered by a 10-hp gas or diesel engine and uses common off-the-shelf automotive parts. Its top speed is 20 mph. It can carry up to 1,200 pounds and has the capability to power water pumps, mills, compressors and other external machinery.
“IAT utilizes JASPER because they have high-quality remanufactured differentials and axles,” says IAT Director Will Austin.
The BUV has many applications and can be tailored to meet specific community needs for people in developing nations. The BUV allows for faster water delivery to remote villages, quickened access to medical care and the safe transport of people and goods through rugged terrain. The most common uses include a delivery truck, school bus, water/food transporter and an ambulance.
