EE-9 Cascavel vs M1117 ASV
The EE-9 Cascavel and the M1117 ASV are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Engesa and Textron respectively. The EE-9 Cascavel weighs 13.4 tons vs 13.4 tons for the M1117 ASV. Top speed is 100 km/h for the EE-9 Cascavel vs 100 km/h for the M1117 ASV. Operational range is 750 km for the EE-9 Cascavel vs 700 km for the M1117 ASV. The EE-9 Cascavel is armed with a 1 × 90mm Engesa EC-90 (44 rounds), while the M1117 ASV carries a Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher. The EE-9 Cascavel has been produced in 1,738 units vs 2,058 for the M1117 ASV. Unit cost is $0.155M for the EE-9 Cascavel vs $0.8M for the M1117 ASV. The EE-9 Cascavel entered service 25 years before the M1117 ASV (1974 vs 1999).
| Brazilian reconnaissance vehicle, entering service in 1974, features a 6x6 wheeled configuration. | |
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| Origin country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | 6x6 Reconnaissance Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Engesa |
| Number produced | 1,738 units |
| Estimated unit price | $0.2 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 | 13.4 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 750 km ◉ |
| Length | 6.29 m ◉ |
| Width | 2.59 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.60 m ◉ |
| Crew | 3 (commander, driver, gunner) |
| Engine | Detroit Diesel 6V-53N 5.2 L (320 in3) 6-cylinder water-cooled diesel 158 kW (212 hp) at 2,800 rpm |
| Main armament | 1 × 90mm Engesa EC-90 (44 rounds) |
| Secondary weapon | 2× FN MAG (2,200–2,400 rounds) |
| 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 EE-9 Cascavel or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the EE-9 Cascavel's 100 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the EE-9 Cascavel or M1117 ASV?
The EE-9 Cascavel has a longer operational range at 750 km compared to the M1117 ASV's 700 km.
Which is heavier, the EE-9 Cascavel or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV is heavier at 13.4 tons combat weight compared to the EE-9 Cascavel's 13.4 tons.
Which is larger, the EE-9 Cascavel or M1117 ASV?
The EE-9 Cascavel is longer at 6.29 meters compared to the M1117 ASV's 6.10 meters.
How many crew members do the EE-9 Cascavel and M1117 ASV require?
The EE-9 Cascavel requires a larger crew of 3 (commander, driver, gunner) compared to the M1117 ASV's 3 crew members.
Which is more expensive, the EE-9 Cascavel or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV is more expensive at approximately $0.8 million per unit compared to the EE-9 Cascavel at $0.2 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EE-9 Cascavel or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV has been produced in greater numbers with 2,058 units compared to 1,738 units of the EE-9 Cascavel.
What are the main armaments of the EE-9 Cascavel and M1117 ASV?
The EE-9 Cascavel is armed with 1 × 90mm Engesa EC-90 (44 rounds) while the M1117 ASV carries Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher as its main armament.