HMMWV (Humvee) vs M1117 ASV

Overview

The HMMWV (Humvee) and the M1117 ASV are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by AM General and Textron respectively.

At 13.4 tons, the M1117 ASV is 5.0x the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 2.7 tons. Top speed is 89 km/h for the HMMWV (Humvee) vs 100 km/h for the M1117 ASV. Operational range is 480 km for the HMMWV (Humvee) vs 700 km for the M1117 ASV. The HMMWV (Humvee) is armed with a M2HB .50 cal machine gun, while the M1117 ASV carries a Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher.

The HMMWV (Humvee) has been produced in 230,000 units vs 2,058 for the M1117 ASV. Unit cost is $0.22M for the HMMWV (Humvee) vs $0.8M for the M1117 ASV. The HMMWV (Humvee) entered service 15 years before the M1117 ASV (1984 vs 1999).

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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M1117 ASV

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.
Profile of M1117 ASV
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
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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

M1117 ASV

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

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the HMMWV (Humvee) or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 89 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the HMMWV (Humvee) or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV has a longer operational range at 700 km compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 480 km.
Which is heavier, the HMMWV (Humvee) or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV is heavier at 13.4 tons combat weight compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 2.7 tons.
Which is larger, the HMMWV (Humvee) or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV is longer at 6.10 meters compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 4.57 meters.
How many crew members do the HMMWV (Humvee) and M1117 ASV require?
The HMMWV (Humvee) requires a larger crew of 4 compared to the M1117 ASV's 3 crew members.
Which is more expensive, the HMMWV (Humvee) or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV 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 HMMWV (Humvee) or M1117 ASV?
The HMMWV (Humvee) has been produced in greater numbers with 230,000 units compared to 2,058 units of the M1117 ASV.
What are the main armaments of the HMMWV (Humvee) and M1117 ASV?
The HMMWV (Humvee) is armed with M2HB .50 cal machine gun while the M1117 ASV carries Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher as its main armament.

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