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Light Tactical Vehicles · United States · 1984
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Humvee

Humvee
Humvee Photo: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Olivia G. Ortiz/Released · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain Use of this image does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD).
* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Mobility
85
Off-Road Capability
80
Protection
50
Payload
75
Speed
70
Transportability
90
Reliability
95
Versatility
98
Technology
70
Cost-Effectiveness
95
Origin United States
ManufacturerAM General
CategoryLight Tactical Vehicles
EraCold War
In service1984
Operators68 countries
Quantity281,000
Data Quality87%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
79
Light Tactical Vehicles MASS Rating
1/3
Cold War
1/15
All-Time
Light Tactical Vehicles · 10 axes scored
Mobility
85
Off-Road Capability
80
Protection
50
Payload
75
Speed
70
Transportability
90
Reliability
95
Versatility
98
Technology
70
Cost-Effectiveness
95
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the light tactical vehicles category.
01 / Overview
Humvee
Prime contractor
Production
1984–
Quantity
281,000
Unit Price (current)
$314.9K↗ 43% inflation · 2011→2025
Original Price
$220.0K (2011)
Operators
Conflicts
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
LIGHT TACTICAL VEHICLES · COLD WAR
1
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
94
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
$314.9K
Original: $220.0K (2011)
Inflation: +%43
79
light tactical vehicles category
ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the light tactical vehicles category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General6MOD.6
  • Vehicle TypeLight utility vehicle
  • Service Entry Year1985
  • Crew2
  • Seating Capacity4
  • Drive Configuration4x4
  • In ServiceYes
◈Weights & Load2MOD.2
  • Curb Weight2,359 kg
  • Gross Vehicle Weight3,493 kg
▣Powertrain7MOD.7
  • Engine TypeV8
  • TransmissionAutomatic
  • Fuel TypeDiesel
  • Fuel Capacity95 L
  • Top Speed105 km/h
  • Range402 km
  • AmphibiousNo
◇Dimensions4MOD.4
  • Length4.57 m
  • Width2.16 m
  • Height1.83 m
  • Wheelbase3.3 m
◆Mobility4MOD.4
⬢Special Function1MOD.1
▲Production2MOD.2
  • Total Production281,000
  • Unit Cost220,000 USD
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
  1. 1945First deployment: Cold War
  2. 1984Production started
  3. 1985Entered service
42
years in service
281,000
units produced
66
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it. 2 countries retired it.
04 / Conflicts
HUMVEE · CONFLICTS SERVED IN0% win
Total Conflicts
4
Victories
0
Ongoing
0
Losses
0
ⓘ Shown only from conflicts recorded in our database.
05 / Operators
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE4terms
Designation for military vehicles capable of being airlifted by fixed-wing or rotary-wing aircraft, typically via cargo aircraft like the C-130 or CH-47.
A system enabling real-time adjustment of tire pressure in light tactical vehicles to optimize terrain adaptability and mobility.
Tires designed to allow a vehicle to continue operating for a limited distance after a puncture, typically by using reinforced sidewalls or internal support.
A mechanical device used to pull or lift heavy loads via a cable or rope, commonly integrated into light tactical vehicles for recovery or cargo operations.
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