AML-90 / Eland vs Luchs 2
The AML-90 / Eland and the Luchs 2 are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Panhard and Henschel Wehrteknik GmbH respectively. At 19.5 tons, the Luchs 2 is 3.5x the AML-90 / Eland's 5.5 tons. Top speed is 100 km/h for the AML-90 / Eland vs 90 km/h for the Luchs 2. Operational range is 600 km for the AML-90 / Eland vs 800 km for the Luchs 2. The AML-90 / Eland is armed with a 90 mm D921/GIAT F1 (20 rounds), while the Luchs 2 carries a 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun. The AML-90 / Eland has been produced in 4,812 units vs 408 for the Luchs 2.
| French light armored vehicle, built in 4812 units, entered service in 1961. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Light Armored Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Panhard |
| Number produced | 4,812 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| German reconnaissance vehicle, 408 units built, features eight-wheel drive for all-terrain mobility. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Reconnaissance Armored Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Henschel Wehrteknik GmbH |
| Number produced | 408 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Combat weight | 5.5 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 600 km â—‰ |
| Length | 5.11 m â—‰ |
| Width | 1.97 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.07 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 (commander, driver, gunner) |
| Engine | Panhard 1.99 L Model 4 HD flat 4-cylinder air-cooled petrol |
| Main armament | 90 mm D921/GIAT F1 (20 rounds) |
| Secondary weapon | 60mm Brandt mortar (53 rounds) |
| Combat weight | 19.5 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 90 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 800 km â—‰ |
| Length | 7.74 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.98 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.84 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | Diesel Engine with 435 hp |
| Main armament | 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 MG3 7.62mm coaxial machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AML-90 / Eland or Luchs 2?
The AML-90 / Eland is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the Luchs 2's 90 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the AML-90 / Eland or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 has a longer operational range at 800 km compared to the AML-90 / Eland's 600 km.
Which is heavier, the AML-90 / Eland or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 is heavier at 19.5 tons combat weight compared to the AML-90 / Eland's 5.5 tons.
Which is larger, the AML-90 / Eland or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 is longer at 7.74 meters compared to the AML-90 / Eland's 5.11 meters.
How many crew members do the AML-90 / Eland and Luchs 2 require?
The Luchs 2 requires a larger crew of 4 compared to the AML-90 / Eland's 3 (commander, driver, gunner) crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AML-90 / Eland or Luchs 2?
The AML-90 / Eland has been produced in greater numbers with 4,812 units compared to 408 units of the Luchs 2.
What are the main armaments of the AML-90 / Eland and Luchs 2?
The AML-90 / Eland is armed with 90 mm D921/GIAT F1 (20 rounds) while the Luchs 2 carries 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun as its main armament.