ASCOD vs M-ATV
The ASCOD and the M-ATV are both Armored Personnel Carriers, manufactured by General Dynamics and Oshkosh Defense respectively. At 28.0 tons, the ASCOD is 2.2x the M-ATV's 12.7 tons. Top speed is 72 km/h for the ASCOD vs 105 km/h for the M-ATV. The ASCOD is armed with a 30 mm Mauser MK 30/2, while the M-ATV carries a M2HB .50 cal machine gun. The ASCOD has been produced in 373 units vs 8,722 for the M-ATV. Unit cost is $9M for the ASCOD vs $0.47M for the M-ATV. The ASCOD entered service 7 years before the M-ATV (2002 vs 2009).
| Austrian APC/AFV, entered service in 2002, manufactured by General Dynamics with 373 units built. | |
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| Origin country | 🇦🇹 Austria |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Armoured fighting vehicle |
| Manufacturer | General Dynamics |
| Number produced | 373 units |
| Estimated unit price | $9 million |
| Introduced in 2009, the United States M-ATV is a tactical transport vehicle featuring a V-shaped hull designed to deflect underbody mine blasts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | MRAP Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Oshkosh Defense |
| Number produced | 8,722 units |
| Estimated unit price | $0.5 million |
| Combat weight | 28.0 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 72 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Length | 9.50 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.64 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.43 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 + 8 passengers |
| Engine | Diesel 720 hp (Ulan) |
| Main armament | 30 mm Mauser MK 30/2 |
| Secondary weapon | FN MAG 7.62×51mm NATO |
| Combat weight | 12.7 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 105 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 510 km |
| Length | 6.27 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.49 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.70 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 5 (2 crew + 3 passengers) |
| Engine | Caterpillar C7 7.2L diesel 370 hp |
| Main armament | M2HB .50 cal machine gun |
| Secondary weapon | Mk 19 grenade launcher |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the ASCOD or M-ATV?
The M-ATV is faster with a maximum road speed of 105 km/h compared to the ASCOD's 72 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the ASCOD or M-ATV?
The M-ATV has a longer operational range at 510 km compared to the ASCOD's 0 km.
Which is heavier, the ASCOD or M-ATV?
The ASCOD is heavier at 28.0 tons combat weight compared to the M-ATV's 12.7 tons.
Which is larger, the ASCOD or M-ATV?
The ASCOD is longer at 9.50 meters compared to the M-ATV's 6.27 meters.
How many crew members do the ASCOD and M-ATV require?
The M-ATV requires a larger crew of 5 (2 crew + 3 passengers) compared to the ASCOD's 3 + 8 passengers crew members.
Which is more expensive, the ASCOD or M-ATV?
The ASCOD is more expensive at approximately $9.0 million per unit compared to the M-ATV at $0.5 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the ASCOD or M-ATV?
The M-ATV has been produced in greater numbers with 8,722 units compared to 373 units of the ASCOD.
What are the main armaments of the ASCOD and M-ATV?
The ASCOD is armed with 30 mm Mauser MK 30/2 while the M-ATV carries M2HB .50 cal machine gun as its main armament.