HMMWV (Humvee) vs Luchs 2
The HMMWV (Humvee) and the Luchs 2 are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by AM General and Henschel Wehrteknik GmbH respectively. At 19.5 tons, the Luchs 2 is 7.3x the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 2.7 tons. Top speed is 89 km/h for the HMMWV (Humvee) vs 90 km/h for the Luchs 2. Operational range is 480 km for the HMMWV (Humvee) vs 800 km for the Luchs 2. The HMMWV (Humvee) is armed with a M2HB .50 cal machine gun, while the Luchs 2 carries a 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun. The HMMWV (Humvee) has been produced in 230,000 units vs 408 for the Luchs 2.
| The HMMWV is a United States light tactical vehicle introduced in 1983 for utility roles, featuring a wide-track design for stability. | |
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| 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 |
| German reconnaissance vehicle, 408 units built, features eight-wheel drive for all-terrain mobility. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Reconnaissance Armored Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Henschel Wehrteknik GmbH |
| Number produced | 408 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Combat weight | 2.7 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 89 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 480 km â—‰ |
| Length | 4.57 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.16 m â—‰ |
| Height | 1.83 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | 6.5L V8 turbo-diesel |
| Main armament | M2HB .50 cal machine gun |
| Secondary weapon | Mk 19 grenade launcher |
| Combat weight | 19.5 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 90 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 800 km â—‰ |
| Length | 7.74 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.98 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.84 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | Diesel Engine with 435 hp |
| Main armament | 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 MG3 7.62mm coaxial machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the HMMWV (Humvee) or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 is faster with a maximum road speed of 90 km/h compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 89 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the HMMWV (Humvee) or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 has a longer operational range at 800 km compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 480 km.
Which is heavier, the HMMWV (Humvee) or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 is heavier at 19.5 tons combat weight compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 2.7 tons.
Which is larger, the HMMWV (Humvee) or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 is longer at 7.74 meters compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 4.57 meters.
How many crew members do the HMMWV (Humvee) and Luchs 2 require?
Both the HMMWV (Humvee) and Luchs 2 require a crew of 4.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the HMMWV (Humvee) or Luchs 2?
The HMMWV (Humvee) has been produced in greater numbers with 230,000 units compared to 408 units of the Luchs 2.
What are the main armaments of the HMMWV (Humvee) and Luchs 2?
The HMMWV (Humvee) is armed with M2HB .50 cal machine gun while the Luchs 2 carries 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun as its main armament.