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M1117 ASV vs Cobra

M1117 ASV light armoured vehicle side profile drawing
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ M1117 ASV
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Specifications
M1117 ASV Cobra
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡· Turkey
Category Light Armoured Vehicle Light Armoured Vehicle
Type Armored Security Vehicle Infantry mobility vehicle with MRAP capabilities
Manufacturer Textron Otokar
Number produced 2,058 units -- units
Estimated unit price $0.8 million $-- million
Combat weight 13.4 tons 6.2 tons
Maximum speed 100 km/h 115 km/h
Operational range 700 km 752 km
Length 6.10 m 5.23 m
Width 2.38 m 2.22 m
Height 2.64 m 2.10 m
Crew 3 1+8
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Armament & Powertrain
M1117 ASV Cobra
Main armament Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher --
Secondary weapon M2HB .50 cal machine gun --
Engine Cummins 6CTA8.3 260 hp diesel 6.5 L, GM V8 diesel, water-cooled, turbocharged, 190 hp

Overview

The M1117 ASV and the Cobra are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Textron and Otokar respectively.

At 13.4 tons, the M1117 ASV is 2.2x the Cobra's 6.2 tons. Top speed is 100 km/h for the M1117 ASV vs 115 km/h for the Cobra. Operational range is 700 km for the M1117 ASV vs 752 km for the Cobra.

The Cobra entered service 2 years before the M1117 ASV (1997 vs 1999).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the M1117 ASV or Cobra?
The Cobra is faster with a maximum road speed of 115 km/h compared to the M1117 ASV's 100 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M1117 ASV or Cobra?
The Cobra has a longer operational range at 752 km compared to the M1117 ASV's 700 km.
Which is heavier, the M1117 ASV or Cobra?
The M1117 ASV is heavier at 13.4 tons combat weight compared to the Cobra's 6.2 tons.
Which is larger, the M1117 ASV or Cobra?
The M1117 ASV is longer at 6.10 meters compared to the Cobra's 5.23 meters.
How many crew members do the M1117 ASV and Cobra require?
The M1117 ASV requires a larger crew of 3 compared to the Cobra's 1+8 crew members.