FV101 Scorpion vs M1117 ASV
The FV101 Scorpion and the M1117 ASV are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Royal Ordnance Factory and Textron respectively. The FV101 Scorpion weighs 7.9 tons vs 13.4 tons for the M1117 ASV. Top speed is 87 km/h for the FV101 Scorpion vs 100 km/h for the M1117 ASV. Operational range is 640 km for the FV101 Scorpion vs 700 km for the M1117 ASV. The FV101 Scorpion is armed with a 1 L23 76mm rifled barrel (45 shells) gun, while the M1117 ASV carries a Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher. The FV101 Scorpion has been produced in 174 units vs 2,058 for the M1117 ASV.
| British light tank, 174 units built, manufactured by Royal Ordnance Factory. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Infantry Fighting Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Royal Ordnance Factory |
| Number produced | 174 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 | 7.9 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 87 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 640 km â—‰ |
| Length | 4.88 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.20 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.10 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | Diesel Engine with 195 hp |
| Main armament | 1 L23 76mm rifled barrel (45 shells) gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 MAG 7.62mm machine gun (3000 rounds) |
| Combat weight | 13.4 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 700 km â—‰ |
| Length | 6.10 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.38 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.64 m â—‰ |
| 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 FV101 Scorpion or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the FV101 Scorpion's 87 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the FV101 Scorpion or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV has a longer operational range at 700 km compared to the FV101 Scorpion's 640 km.
Which is heavier, the FV101 Scorpion or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV is heavier at 13.4 tons combat weight compared to the FV101 Scorpion's 7.9 tons.
Which is larger, the FV101 Scorpion or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV is longer at 6.10 meters compared to the FV101 Scorpion's 4.88 meters.
How many crew members do the FV101 Scorpion and M1117 ASV require?
Both the FV101 Scorpion and M1117 ASV require a crew of 3.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the FV101 Scorpion or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV has been produced in greater numbers with 2,058 units compared to 174 units of the FV101 Scorpion.
What are the main armaments of the FV101 Scorpion and M1117 ASV?
The FV101 Scorpion is armed with 1 L23 76mm rifled barrel (45 shells) gun while the M1117 ASV carries Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher as its main armament.