AMX-13 vs HMMWV (Humvee)

Overview

The AMX-13 and the HMMWV (Humvee) are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by GIAT Industries and AM General respectively.

At 14.5 tons, the AMX-13 is 5.4x the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 2.7 tons. Top speed is 60 km/h for the AMX-13 vs 89 km/h for the HMMWV (Humvee). Operational range is 400 km for the AMX-13 vs 480 km for the HMMWV (Humvee). The AMX-13 is armed with a 1 Mod.50 75mm rifled barrel (37 shells) gun, while the HMMWV (Humvee) carries a M2HB .50 cal machine gun.

The AMX-13 has been produced in 7,700 units vs 230,000 for the HMMWV (Humvee). The AMX-13 entered service 32 years before the HMMWV (Humvee) (1952 vs 1984).

French light tank, first entering service in 1952, manufactured in over 7,700 units.
Profile of AMX-13
Origin country πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France
Category Light Armoured Vehicle
Type Light Support Tank
Manufacturer GIAT Industries
Number produced 7,700 units
Estimated unit price $-- million
The HMMWV is a United States light tactical vehicle introduced in 1983 for utility roles, featuring a wide-track design for stability.
Profile of HMMWV (Humvee)
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Light Armoured Vehicle
Type Light Utility Vehicle
Manufacturer AM General
Number produced 230,000 units
Estimated unit price $0.2 million
Combat weight 14.5 tons β—‰
Maximum speed 60 km/h β—‰
Operational range 400 km β—‰
Length 6.36 m β—‰
Width 2.51 m β—‰
Height 2.35 m β—‰
Crew 3 (Commander, gunner and driver)
Engine Sofam 8GXb 8-Cylinder Engine with 270 hp
Main armament 1 Mod.50 75mm rifled barrel (37 shells) gun
Secondary weapon 1Γ— 7.5 mm (or 7.62 mm) coaxial machine gun with 3,600 Rounds
Combat weight 2.7 tons β—‰
Maximum speed 89 km/h β—‰
Operational range 480 km β—‰
Length 4.57 m β—‰
Width 2.16 m β—‰
Height 1.83 m β—‰
Crew 4
Engine 6.5L V8 turbo-diesel
Main armament M2HB .50 cal machine gun
Secondary weapon Mk 19 grenade launcher

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AMX-13 or HMMWV (Humvee)?
The HMMWV (Humvee) is faster with a maximum road speed of 89 km/h compared to the AMX-13's 60 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the AMX-13 or HMMWV (Humvee)?
The HMMWV (Humvee) has a longer operational range at 480 km compared to the AMX-13's 400 km.
Which is heavier, the AMX-13 or HMMWV (Humvee)?
The AMX-13 is heavier at 14.5 tons combat weight compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 2.7 tons.
Which is larger, the AMX-13 or HMMWV (Humvee)?
The AMX-13 is longer at 6.36 meters compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 4.57 meters.
How many crew members do the AMX-13 and HMMWV (Humvee) require?
The HMMWV (Humvee) requires a larger crew of 4 compared to the AMX-13's 3 (Commander, gunner and driver) crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AMX-13 or HMMWV (Humvee)?
The HMMWV (Humvee) has been produced in greater numbers with 230,000 units compared to 7,700 units of the AMX-13.
What are the main armaments of the AMX-13 and HMMWV (Humvee)?
The AMX-13 is armed with 1 Mod.50 75mm rifled barrel (37 shells) gun while the HMMWV (Humvee) carries M2HB .50 cal machine gun as its main armament.