Hummer M1114 | |
|---|---|
| Country | USA |
| Type | Military light truck |
| Produced | 1984–present |
| Built | 280000+ |
Photo gallery of a Hummer M1114, The High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), commonly known as the Humvee, is a four-wheel drive military light truck produced by AM General. It has largely supplanted the roles previously performed by the original jeep, and others such as the Vietnam-era M151 jeep, the M561 “Gama Goat”, their M718A1 and M792 ambulance versions, the Commercial Utility Cargo Vehicle (CUCV), and other light trucks. Primarily used by the United States military, it is also used by numerous other countries and organizations and even in civilian adaptations. The Humvee’s widespread use in the Gulf War of 1991, where it negotiated the treacherous desert terrain, helped inspire civilian Hummer versions.
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The Evolution of Protection
The M1114 Up-Armored HMMWV (High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle) represents a critical turning point in U.S. military history. While the original Humvee was designed as an unarmored utility vehicle to replace the Jeep, the insurgency in Iraq and Afghanistan demanded a platform that could survive IEDs, landmines, and small-arms ambushes. The M1114 was the first mass-produced variant to feature “factory-installed” armor rather than “hillbilly armor” (scrap metal welded in the field). It became the iconic face of U.S. urban operations in the early 2000s.
| Attribute | Technical Specification (M1114) |
|---|---|
| Role | Up-Armored Armament Carrier |
| Crew | 4 (Driver, Commander, Gunner, 1 Passenger) |
| Armor | High-hardness steel and composite; 360° small arms protection |
| Engine | 6.5L V8 Turbo Diesel |
| Horsepower | 190 hp (142 kW) @ 3,400 rpm |
| Payload | 2,300 lbs (Reduced due to armor weight) |
| Top Speed | 50 mph (Governed for safety/stability) |
| Armament | M2HB .50 Cal, M240B 7.62mm, or MK 19 Grenade Launcher |
Design Engineering: Overcoming the Weight
- Integrated Armor Suite: Developed by O’Gara-Hess & Eisenhardt, the M1114 featured fully encased armor. The doors were constructed with ballistic steel and multi-layered glass capable of stopping 7.62mm armor-piercing rounds.
- Portal Axles and Geared Hubs: To maintain high ground clearance despite its low profile, the Humvee uses “portal axles.” The axles do not go directly into the center of the wheels; instead, they enter at the top of a geared hub, allowing the center of the wheel to sit lower than the drivetrain
- The GPK (Gunner’s Protection Kit): Recognizing that the gunner was the most exposed crew member, the M1114 introduced armored shields and “glass houses” around the roof ring, providing the gunner with protection while maintaining 360-degree visibility.
- Upgraded Suspension: Because the armor added nearly 2,000 lbs of weight, the M1114 required heavy-duty springs, shocks, and a reinforced frame to prevent the vehicle from rolling over or suffering mechanical failure during off-road maneuvers.
Lessons from the Front Lines
- The V-Hull Limitation: While the M1114 had a reinforced underbody “blast plate,” its flat-bottom design was still vulnerable to large IEDs placed directly under the vehicle. This eventually led to the development of V-hulled **MRAPs**.
- The “Frisbee” Problem: The heavy armored doors were so heavy that if the vehicle was damaged or flipped, they were nearly impossible for the crew to open. This led to the installation of “D-rings” on the doors so other vehicles could rip them off with a tow strap.
- Run-Flat Technology: The M1114 utilized Hutchinson run-flat inserts. Even if all four tires were shredded by gunfire or shrapnel, the vehicle could continue to drive for up to 30 miles at 30 mph to escape a “kill zone.”
- Legacy of the “Humvee”: Although being phased out in favor of the **Oshkosh JLTV**, the M1114 remains one of the most recognizable military vehicles in the world, having served in nearly every NATO operation of the last two decades.
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