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The Humvee has been in service since the 1980s and has been used in many conflicts, including the Gulf War and the War in Afghanistan. The JLTV is a newer vehicle and is still being developed, but it has already been deployed to Afghanistan.
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- The Oshkosh JLTV is powered by a 6.6L V8 turbodiesel engine that produces 300 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque. It has a top speed of 110 km/h (68 mph) and a range of 450 km (280 mi).
The Humvee is a larger and heavier vehicle than the JLTV, but it is also less armored. The JLTV is more maneuverable and has a longer range, but it is also more expensive.
The Humvee is a reliable and versatile vehicle, but it is no longer considered to be the best option for all military applications. The JLTV is a more modern and capable vehicle, but it is also more expensive. The decision of which vehicle to use will depend on the specific needs of the military.
Here are some additional details about each vehicle:
- The Humvee is powered by a 6.5L GM 6.5L diesel engine that produces 190 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque. It has a top speed of 120 km/h (75 mph) and a range of 480 km (300 mi).
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- The Humvee is armored to STANAG 4569 Level III, which can protect it from small arms fire and shell fragments.
- The JLTV is armored to STANAG 4569 Level IV, which can protect it from heavy machine gun fire and rocket-propelled grenades.
- The Humvee can be armed with a variety of weapons, including a .50 cal machine gun, a 40mm grenade launcher, and a Mk 19 automatic grenade launcher.
- The JLTV can be armed with a variety of weapons, including a .50 cal machine gun, a 7.62mm machine gun, and a Javelin anti-tank missile system.
Ultimately, the best vehicle for a particular military application will depend on the specific needs of the military. The Humvee is a reliable and versatile vehicle that has been used in many conflicts. The JLTV is a newer vehicle that is more modern and capable, but it is also more expensive.
