Armoured Vehicle / MRAP
M113 APC
The M113 is an American tracked armoured personnel carrier designed by FMC Corporation and in US service since 1960. An aluminium-hulled vehicle built in about 80,000 units, it is probably the most widely used APC in history.
United States|FMC / BAE SystemsWhat Is the M113 APC? Overview, History and Development
The aluminium-hulled M113 replaced the M59 and M75 and entered US service in 1960. The original had a 209 hp Chrysler petrol engine, the M113A1 introduced a 212 hp Detroit 6V53 diesel, and the M113A3 added a RISE powerpack and armour. Weight is about 11.2 t, and it carries 2 crew plus 11 troops. It is amphibious with minor preparation, with 64 km/h on the road, 5.8 km/h in water and a range of 480 km.
About 80,000 were built, a commonly cited figure, in dozens of versions, including mortar carrier, ambulance and command variants, typically with a 12.7 mm M2 machine gun. In the Vietnam War the ACAV variant added armour shields. The US Army replaced it with the Bradley and later the AMPV. After 2022 Ukraine received hundreds from the US, Australia, with about 90 M113AS4, Denmark and others. Türkiye, Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait are among many operators. Rivals include the BMP-1 and Marder 1.
M113 APC Specifications: Weight, Armament, Armor and Mobility
M113 APC Variants and Versions Compared
The M113A1 introduced the Detroit 6V53 diesel engine of 212 hp.
The M113A3 added the RISE powerpack and extra armour.
The M113AS4 is Australia’s upgraded fleet version, with about 90 sent to Ukraine.
Which Countries Use the M113 APC? Operators and Users
United States
Ukraine
Türkiye
Egypt
Jordan
Saudi Arabia
Bahrain
Kuwait
Pakistan
Philippines
Australia
Netherlands
Italy
Germany
Switzerland
Brazil
Argentina
Chile
Colombia
Greece
Portugal
Taiwan
Thailand
South KoreaM113 APC FAQ: Price, Range, Operators and Most Asked Questions
How many M113 were built?
About 80,000 M113 armoured personnel carriers were built, a commonly cited figure, in dozens of versions. That makes it probably the most widely used APC in history.
Which countries use the M113?
The M113 is used by dozens of countries, including the US, Ukraine, Türkiye, Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Pakistan, Australia, the Netherlands, Italy and Germany. Many operate it in several variants.
How fast is the M113?
The M113 has a road speed of 64 km/h and about 5.8 km/h in water, with a range of 480 km. It weighs about 11.2 t.
Does Ukraine use the M113?
Yes, Ukraine received hundreds of M113s from the US, Australia, with about 90 M113AS4, Denmark and others after 2022.
Is the M113 amphibious?
Yes, the M113 is fully amphibious with only minor preparation. It reaches about 5.8 km/h in water, and carries 2 crew plus 11 troops.
Is the M113 still used by the US Army?
The M113 is being replaced in the US Army, first by the Bradley and later the AMPV, and retired from US armoured brigade roles. Many other countries still operate it.
