AMX-10 RC vs M-41 Caixas
The AMX-10 RC and the M-41 Caixas are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by GIAT Industries and Engesa respectively. The AMX-10 RC weighs 17.2 tons vs 23.5 tons for the M-41 Caixas. Top speed is 85 km/h for the AMX-10 RC vs 72 km/h for the M-41 Caixas. Operational range is 800 km for the AMX-10 RC vs 160 km for the M-41 Caixas. The AMX-10 RC is armed with a 105 mm F2 BK MECA L/47 medium-pressure gun, while the M-41 Caixas carries a 1 M32 76mm rifled barrel gun. The AMX-10 RC has been produced in 464 units vs 296 for the M-41 Caixas.
| French reconnaissance vehicle, entering service in 1981, equipped with a 105mm gun. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Reconnaissance Armored Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | GIAT Industries |
| Number produced | 464 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Brazilian light main battle tank, 296 units built, manufactured by Engesa. | |
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| Origin country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Light Main Battle Tank |
| Manufacturer | Engesa |
| Number produced | 296 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Combat weight | 17.2 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 85 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 800 km â—‰ |
| Length | 9.15 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.78 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.56 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | Baudouin Diesel Model 6F11 SRX (current) |
| Main armament | 105 mm F2 BK MECA L/47 medium-pressure gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 × 7.62 mm NF1 coaxial machine gun |
| Combat weight | 23.5 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 72 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 160 km â—‰ |
| Length | 8.20 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.15 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.71 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | Continental AOS-895-3 V-6 Diesel Engine with 500 hp |
| Main armament | 1 M32 76mm rifled barrel gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 MAG 7.62mm machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AMX-10 RC or M-41 Caixas?
The AMX-10 RC is faster with a maximum road speed of 85 km/h compared to the M-41 Caixas's 72 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the AMX-10 RC or M-41 Caixas?
The AMX-10 RC has a longer operational range at 800 km compared to the M-41 Caixas's 160 km.
Which is heavier, the AMX-10 RC or M-41 Caixas?
The M-41 Caixas is heavier at 23.5 tons combat weight compared to the AMX-10 RC's 17.2 tons.
Which is larger, the AMX-10 RC or M-41 Caixas?
The AMX-10 RC is longer at 9.15 meters compared to the M-41 Caixas's 8.20 meters.
How many crew members do the AMX-10 RC and M-41 Caixas require?
Both the AMX-10 RC and M-41 Caixas require a crew of 4.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AMX-10 RC or M-41 Caixas?
The AMX-10 RC has been produced in greater numbers with 464 units compared to 296 units of the M-41 Caixas.
What are the main armaments of the AMX-10 RC and M-41 Caixas?
The AMX-10 RC is armed with 105 mm F2 BK MECA L/47 medium-pressure gun while the M-41 Caixas carries 1 M32 76mm rifled barrel gun as its main armament.