Luchs 2 vs M1117 ASV
Overview
The Luchs 2 and the M1117 ASV are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Henschel Wehrteknik GmbH and Textron respectively.
The Luchs 2 weighs 19.5 tons vs 13.4 tons for the M1117 ASV. Top speed is 90 km/h for the Luchs 2 vs 100 km/h for the M1117 ASV. Operational range is 800 km for the Luchs 2 vs 700 km for the M1117 ASV. The Luchs 2 is armed with a 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun, while the M1117 ASV carries a Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher.
The Luchs 2 has been produced in 408 units vs 2,058 for the M1117 ASV.
| 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 |
| 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 | 19.5 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 90 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 800 km ◉ |
| Length | 7.74 m ◉ |
| Width | 2.98 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.84 m ◉ |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Luchs 2 or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the Luchs 2's 90 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Luchs 2 or M1117 ASV?
The Luchs 2 has a longer operational range at 800 km compared to the M1117 ASV's 700 km.
Which is heavier, the Luchs 2 or M1117 ASV?
The Luchs 2 is heavier at 19.5 tons combat weight compared to the M1117 ASV's 13.4 tons.
Which is larger, the Luchs 2 or M1117 ASV?
The Luchs 2 is longer at 7.74 meters compared to the M1117 ASV's 6.10 meters.
How many crew members do the Luchs 2 and M1117 ASV require?
The Luchs 2 requires a larger crew of 4 compared to the M1117 ASV's 3 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Luchs 2 or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV has been produced in greater numbers with 2,058 units compared to 408 units of the Luchs 2.
What are the main armaments of the Luchs 2 and M1117 ASV?
The Luchs 2 is armed with 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun while the M1117 ASV carries Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher as its main armament.