This presentation explores the transformative integration of digital electrohydraulic systems in off-highway applications, with real-time operating systems and advanced AI-driven safety features that adhere to rigorous MISRA-C standards while also meeting stringent defense certification requirements. We will illustrate how the convergence of digital sensors, smart actuators and deterministic control architectures not only enhances efficiency and reliability but also fulfills the high security standards demanded by defense applications. We will delve into the challenges and innovations involved in aligning cutting-edge fluid power technology with defense-level safety and performance criteria, setting a new benchmark for secure, high-performance solutions in the industry.