AAV-7A1 vs M2 Bradley
Overview
The AAV-7A1 and the M2 Bradley are both Armored Personnel Carriers, manufactured by BAE Systems Platforms & Services and FMC respectively.
The AAV-7A1 weighs 24.0 tons vs 22.9 tons for the M2 Bradley. Top speed is 72 km/h for the AAV-7A1 vs 66 km/h for the M2 Bradley. Operational range is 480 km for the AAV-7A1 vs 483 km for the M2 Bradley. The AAV-7A1 is armed with a Mk 19 40 mm automatic grenade launcher, while the M2 Bradley carries a 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun.
The AAV-7A1 has been produced in 942 units vs 6,800 for the M2 Bradley. Unit cost is $2.5M for the AAV-7A1 vs $4.35M for the M2 Bradley.
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Amphibious armored personnel carrier |
| Manufacturer | BAE Systems Platforms & Services |
| Number produced | 942 units |
| Estimated unit price | $2.5 million |
| American IFV, over 6,800 units manufactured by FMC, provides armored transport and fire support. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Infantry Fighting Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | FMC |
| Number produced | 6,800 units |
| Estimated unit price | $4.4 million |
| Combat weight | 24.0 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 72 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 480 km ◉ |
| Length | 7.94 m ◉ |
| Width | 3.27 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.26 m ◉ |
| Crew | 3+21 |
| Engine | Cummins VTA-903T (P-7A1), 525 hp |
| Main armament | Mk 19 40 mm automatic grenade launcher |
| Secondary weapon | 12.7 mm M2HB heavy machine gun |
| Combat weight | 22.9 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 66 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 483 km ◉ |
| Length | 6.55 m ◉ |
| Width | 3.60 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.57 m ◉ |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | Cummins VTA-903T V8 Turbo-Diesel Engine with 500 hp |
| Main armament | 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 TOW 2 double anti-tank launcher |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AAV-7A1 or M2 Bradley?
The AAV-7A1 is faster with a maximum road speed of 72 km/h compared to the M2 Bradley's 66 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the AAV-7A1 or M2 Bradley?
The M2 Bradley has a longer operational range at 483 km compared to the AAV-7A1's 480 km.
Which is heavier, the AAV-7A1 or M2 Bradley?
The AAV-7A1 is heavier at 24.0 tons combat weight compared to the M2 Bradley's 22.9 tons.
Which is larger, the AAV-7A1 or M2 Bradley?
The AAV-7A1 is longer at 7.94 meters compared to the M2 Bradley's 6.55 meters.
How many crew members do the AAV-7A1 and M2 Bradley require?
The AAV-7A1 requires a larger crew of 3+21 compared to the M2 Bradley's 3 crew members.
Which is more expensive, the AAV-7A1 or M2 Bradley?
The M2 Bradley is more expensive at approximately $4.3 million per unit compared to the AAV-7A1 at $2.5 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AAV-7A1 or M2 Bradley?
The M2 Bradley has been produced in greater numbers with 6,800 units compared to 942 units of the AAV-7A1.
What are the main armaments of the AAV-7A1 and M2 Bradley?
The AAV-7A1 is armed with Mk 19 40 mm automatic grenade launcher while the M2 Bradley carries 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun as its main armament.