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.
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
German reconnaissance vehicle, 408 units built, features eight-wheel drive for all-terrain mobility.
Profile of Luchs 2
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.