ATEPS
Deploy shelters faster with seamless 463L airlift compatibility
Integrated 463L pallet, global airlift, instant mission space.
The Weatherhaven Air Transportable Expandable Pallet Shelter (ATEPS) is purpose built around the 463L military cargo pallet system. By integrating directly with the 463L footprint, ATEPS seamlessly interfaces with established military air cargo handling procedures worldwide. This design eliminates special adapters or bespoke loading processes, allowing rapid, predictable deployment using existing logistics infrastructure and ensuring immediate compatibility across joint and coalition airlift operations.
Exceptional Air Transport Logistics for Rapid Military Deployment
ATEPS delivers a major logistics advantage by simplifying how shelters move from base to forward operating location. Mounted on a single 463L pallet, it can be quickly loaded, restrained, and offloaded using standard cargo handling equipment. This compatibility dramatically reduces preparation time, minimizes handling risk, and enables faster mission response. For military planners, ATEPS means fewer logistical variables and more reliable timelines during high-tempo operations.
Key Features
Integrated 463L military cargo pallet system enabling compatibility with most military airlift aircraft.
Single-pallet air transport configuration with 84″ × 104″ footprint and sub-92″ transport height.
Insulated aluminum core structure providing thermal efficiency and structural durability.
Aluminium frame with non-slip, high-capacity floor system.
Rapid expansion design increasing usable floor space to 244″ × 104″ in under 10 minutes.
Two-person setup requiring no specialised tools or ground support equipment.
Integrated electrical, communications, and ECU ports for immediate operational connectivity.
Multiple lift and handling options including forklift pockets, top sling, and external tie-down points
Compatible with All Major Military Fixed-Wing Transport Aircraft
Because it conforms to 463L pallet dimensions and aircraft height restrictions, ATEPS can be transported aboard C-17, C-130, A400M, and C-5 aircraft without modification. This universal compatibility allows commanders to select aircraft based on availability rather than cargo limitations. Whether deploying by strategic or tactical airlift, ATEPS moves easily within established air mobility frameworks, supporting rapid force projection and distributed operations.
Immediate Access to Integrated Mission Technologies Upon Deployment
ATEPS is engineered to deliver operational capability the moment it is offloaded from the aircraft. Integrated ports for electrical power, communications, and environmental control units enable rapid connection without structural modification. Once expanded, the shelter supports command-and-control systems, medical equipment, and IT infrastructure immediately. This plug-and-play approach, combined with 463L logistics compatibility, ensures that critical mission technologies are online within minutes of arrival.
Expanding Shelter Technology Proven Through Decades of Use
ATEPS belongs to Weatherhaven’s long-established family of Expanding Shelters, refined through decades of operational feedback. Once delivered, the shelter expands rapidly to nearly triple its deployed footprint, creating functional space for command posts, medical facilities, or mission-specific roles. This proven expansion mechanism delivers environmental protection, insulation, and durability while maintaining the compact form factor required for efficient air transport.
Options
RDMSS can be delivered with a variety of specially developed option, designed specifically to enhance the shelter. Here are just some options than can be provided.
Integrated environmental control unit package for hot, cold, or extreme climates.
Communications integration package with cable routing and antenna pass-throughs.
Hardened entrance and access control package with upgraded doors and locks.
Modular connection package for linking multiple ATEPS or Weatherhaven expanding shelters.
Mission-specific electrical and lighting kits for command, medical, or technical use.
Enhanced insulation package for extended cold-weather or high-altitude operations.
Internal layout and mounting package for medical, C2, or maintenance equipment.
Multiple colours.
Designed and Manufactured Using Advanced Materials and Fabrics
Each ATEPS is assembled using Weatherhaven’s specialist fabrics and aluminum structures. Insulated core panels, wear-resistant flooring, and rugged exterior materials ensure performance in extreme climates. This craftsmanship supports long service life and reduced sustainment costs. Combined with standardised air transport compatibility, ATEPS delivers both durability in the field and reliability throughout the logistics chain.
Environmentally Controlled Workspaces Anywhere Airlift Can Reach
The ATEPS provides a fully enclosed, insulated, and environmentally controlled workspace regardless of climate or location. Its insulated aluminum core and specialist fabric systems support heating, cooling, and airflow integration for sustained operations. Personnel benefit from consistent internal conditions that protect equipment and enhance productivity. Delivered via standard 463L air cargo systems, ATEPS ensures comfortable, mission-ready spaces are available wherever military aircraft can land.
Specifications
| Specification | Packed | Deployed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | coming soon | coming soon | mm |
| Length | coming soon | coming soon | mm |
| Height | coming soon | coming soon | mm |
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