HMMWV (Humvee) vs M-ATV
The HMMWV (Humvee) is a Light Armoured Vehicle, while the M-ATV is a Armored Personnel Carrier. At 12.7 tons, the M-ATV is 4.7x the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 2.7 tons. Top speed is 89 km/h for the HMMWV (Humvee) vs 105 km/h for the M-ATV. Operational range is 480 km for the HMMWV (Humvee) vs 510 km for the M-ATV. The HMMWV (Humvee) is armed with a M2HB .50 cal machine gun, while the M-ATV carries a M2HB .50 cal machine gun. The HMMWV (Humvee) has been produced in 230,000 units vs 8,722 for the M-ATV. Unit cost is $0.22M for the HMMWV (Humvee) vs $0.47M for the M-ATV. The HMMWV (Humvee) entered service 25 years before the M-ATV (1984 vs 2009).
| 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 |
| Introduced in 2009, the United States M-ATV is a tactical transport vehicle featuring a V-shaped hull designed to deflect underbody mine blasts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | MRAP Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Oshkosh Defense |
| Number produced | 8,722 units |
| Estimated unit price | $0.5 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 | 12.7 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 105 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 510 km â—‰ |
| Length | 6.27 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.49 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.70 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 5 (2 crew + 3 passengers) |
| Engine | Caterpillar C7 7.2L diesel 370 hp |
| Main armament | M2HB .50 cal machine gun |
| Secondary weapon | Mk 19 grenade launcher |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the HMMWV (Humvee) or M-ATV?
The M-ATV is faster with a maximum road speed of 105 km/h compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 89 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the HMMWV (Humvee) or M-ATV?
The M-ATV has a longer operational range at 510 km compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 480 km.
Which is heavier, the HMMWV (Humvee) or M-ATV?
The M-ATV is heavier at 12.7 tons combat weight compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 2.7 tons.
Which is larger, the HMMWV (Humvee) or M-ATV?
The M-ATV is longer at 6.27 meters compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 4.57 meters.
How many crew members do the HMMWV (Humvee) and M-ATV require?
The M-ATV requires a larger crew of 5 (2 crew + 3 passengers) compared to the HMMWV (Humvee)'s 4 crew members.
Which is more expensive, the HMMWV (Humvee) or M-ATV?
The M-ATV is more expensive at approximately $0.5 million per unit compared to the HMMWV (Humvee) at $0.2 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the HMMWV (Humvee) or M-ATV?
The HMMWV (Humvee) has been produced in greater numbers with 230,000 units compared to 8,722 units of the M-ATV.
What are the main armaments of the HMMWV (Humvee) and M-ATV?
The HMMWV (Humvee) is armed with M2HB .50 cal machine gun while the M-ATV carries M2HB .50 cal machine gun as its main armament.