What is the name of the iconic USPS mail truck introduced in 1987?

The iconic USPS mail truck introduced in 1987 was the Grumman LLV, short for Long Life Vehicle.

The LLV was designed specifically for postal work, rather than adapted from a conventional passenger car or delivery van. Its right-hand-drive layout lets carriers reach roadside mailboxes without stepping into traffic, while its compact body provides room for letters, parcels, and sorting trays.

Grumman built the body on a chassis derived from the Chevrolet S-10 Blazer, but the LLV’s appearance and equipment were unique to postal service. Production ran mainly from 1987 through 1994, and the vehicles became a familiar sight across the United States and Canada. “Long Life” referred to an expected service life of about 24 years, though many remained in operation far longer.

A common mix-up is the USPS NGDV, or Next Generation Delivery Vehicle. The NGDV is the newer replacement program; it is not the truck introduced in 1987. The LLV also replaced older postal Jeeps used by letter carriers.