Fennek vs HMMWV (Humvee)

Overview

The Fennek and the HMMWV (Humvee) are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Krauss-Maffei Wegmann and AM General respectively.

At 10.4 tons, the Fennek is 3.9x the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 2.7 tons. Top speed is 115 km/h for the Fennek vs 89 km/h for the HMMWV (Humvee). Operational range is 860 km for the Fennek vs 480 km for the HMMWV (Humvee). The Fennek is armed with a HK GMG 40 mm grenade autocannon, while the HMMWV (Humvee) carries a M2HB .50 cal machine gun.

The Fennek has been produced in 632 units vs 230,000 for the HMMWV (Humvee). Unit cost is $0.82M for the Fennek vs $0.22M for the HMMWV (Humvee). The HMMWV (Humvee) entered service 19 years before the Fennek (1984 vs 2003).

Fennek

German scout car, with 632 units built, entered service in 2003 for reconnaissance duties.
Profile of Fennek
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany
Category Light Armoured Vehicle
Type Scout car
Manufacturer Krauss-Maffei Wegmann
Number produced 632 units
Estimated unit price $0.8 million
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HMMWV (Humvee)

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 🇺🇸 United States
Category Light Armoured Vehicle
Type Light Utility Vehicle
Manufacturer AM General
Number produced 230,000 units
Estimated unit price $0.2 million
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Fennek

Combat weight 10.4 tons ◉
Maximum speed 115 km/h ◉
Operational range 860 km ◉
Length 5.58 m ◉
Width 2.55 m ◉
Height 2.29 m ◉
Crew 3
Engine Deutz diesel 179 kW (239 hp)
Main armament HK GMG 40 mm grenade autocannon
Secondary weapon Rheinmetall MG3

HMMWV (Humvee)

Combat weight 2.7 tons ◉
Maximum speed 89 km/h ◉
Operational range 480 km ◉
Length 4.57 m ◉
Width 2.16 m ◉
Height 1.83 m ◉
Crew 4
Engine 6.5L V8 turbo-diesel
Main armament M2HB .50 cal machine gun
Secondary weapon Mk 19 grenade launcher

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Fennek or HMMWV (Humvee)?
The Fennek is faster with a maximum road speed of 115 km/h compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 89 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Fennek or HMMWV (Humvee)?
The Fennek has a longer operational range at 860 km compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 480 km.
Which is heavier, the Fennek or HMMWV (Humvee)?
The Fennek is heavier at 10.4 tons combat weight compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 2.7 tons.
Which is larger, the Fennek or HMMWV (Humvee)?
The Fennek is longer at 5.58 meters compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 4.57 meters.
How many crew members do the Fennek and HMMWV (Humvee) require?
The HMMWV (Humvee) requires a larger crew of 4 compared to the Fennek's 3 crew members.
Which is more expensive, the Fennek or HMMWV (Humvee)?
The Fennek is more expensive at approximately $0.8 million per unit compared to the HMMWV (Humvee) at $0.2 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Fennek or HMMWV (Humvee)?
The HMMWV (Humvee) has been produced in greater numbers with 230,000 units compared to 632 units of the Fennek.
What are the main armaments of the Fennek and HMMWV (Humvee)?
The Fennek is armed with HK GMG 40 mm grenade autocannon while the HMMWV (Humvee) carries M2HB .50 cal machine gun as its main armament.

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