Ajax vs M1117 ASV
The Ajax and the M1117 ASV are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by General Dynamics UK and Textron respectively. At 38.0 tons, the Ajax is 2.8x the M1117 ASV's 13.4 tons. Top speed is 70 km/h for the Ajax vs 100 km/h for the M1117 ASV. Operational range is 500 km for the Ajax vs 700 km for the M1117 ASV. The Ajax is armed with a 40mm CT cannon, while the M1117 ASV carries a Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher. The Ajax has been produced in 100 units vs 2,058 for the M1117 ASV. The M1117 ASV entered service 26 years before the Ajax (1999 vs 2025).
| The Ajax is a British armoured reconnaissance vehicle introduced in 2021, featuring a 40mm cased telescoped cannon and an integrated digital sensor suite. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Armoured Reconnaissance Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | General Dynamics UK |
| Number produced | 100 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| The United States M1117, introduced in 1999, is a 4x4 armored security vehicle used for convoy protection, featuring a V-shaped hull to deflect landmine blasts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Armored Security Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Textron |
| Number produced | 2,058 units |
| Estimated unit price | $0.8 million |
| Combat weight | 38.0 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 70 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 500 km ◉ |
| Length | 7.62 m ◉ |
| Width | 3.35 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.00 m ◉ |
| Crew | 3 (commander, gunner, driver) |
| Engine | MTU V8 diesel, 800 hp |
| Main armament | 40mm CT cannon |
| Secondary weapon | 7.62mm machine gun |
| Combat weight | 13.4 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 700 km ◉ |
| Length | 6.10 m ◉ |
| Width | 2.38 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.64 m ◉ |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | Cummins 6CTA8.3 260 hp diesel |
| Main armament | Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher |
| Secondary weapon | M2HB .50 cal machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Ajax or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the Ajax's 70 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Ajax or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV has a longer operational range at 700 km compared to the Ajax's 500 km.
Which is heavier, the Ajax or M1117 ASV?
The Ajax is heavier at 38.0 tons combat weight compared to the M1117 ASV's 13.4 tons.
Which is larger, the Ajax or M1117 ASV?
The Ajax is longer at 7.62 meters compared to the M1117 ASV's 6.10 meters.
How many crew members do the Ajax and M1117 ASV require?
The Ajax requires a larger crew of 3 (commander, gunner, driver) compared to the M1117 ASV's 3 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ajax or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV has been produced in greater numbers with 2,058 units compared to 100 units of the Ajax.
What are the main armaments of the Ajax and M1117 ASV?
The Ajax is armed with 40mm CT cannon while the M1117 ASV carries Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher as its main armament.