ASCOD vs M2 / M3 Bradley
| Austrian APC/AFV, entered service in 2002, manufactured by General Dynamics with 373 units built. | |
| Origin country | 🇦🇹 Austria |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Armoured fighting vehicle |
| Manufacturer | General Dynamics |
| Number produced | 373 units |
| Estimated unit price | $9 million |
| American IFV, over 6,800 units manufactured by FMC, provides armored transport and fire support. | |
| 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 | 28.0 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 72 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Length | 9.50 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.64 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.43 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 + 8 passengers |
| Engine | Diesel 720 hp (Ulan) |
| Main armament | 30 mm Mauser MK 30/2 |
| Secondary weapon | FN MAG 7.62×51mm NATO |
| Combat weight | 22.9 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 66 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 483 km |
| Length | 6.55 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.60 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.57 m â—‰ |
| 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 ASCOD or M2 / M3 Bradley?
The ASCOD is faster with a maximum road speed of 72 km/h compared to the M2 / M3 Bradley's 66 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the ASCOD or M2 / M3 Bradley?
The M2 / M3 Bradley has a longer operational range at 483 km compared to the ASCOD's 0 km.
Which is heavier, the ASCOD or M2 / M3 Bradley?
The ASCOD is heavier at 28.0 tons combat weight compared to the M2 / M3 Bradley's 22.9 tons.
Which is larger, the ASCOD or M2 / M3 Bradley?
The ASCOD is longer at 9.50 meters compared to the M2 / M3 Bradley's 6.55 meters.
How many crew members do the ASCOD and M2 / M3 Bradley require?
The ASCOD requires a larger crew of 3 + 8 passengers compared to the M2 / M3 Bradley's 3 crew members.
Which is more expensive, the ASCOD or M2 / M3 Bradley?
The ASCOD is more expensive at approximately $9.0 million per unit compared to the M2 / M3 Bradley at $4.3 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the ASCOD or M2 / M3 Bradley?
The M2 / M3 Bradley has been produced in greater numbers with 6,800 units compared to 373 units of the ASCOD.
What are the main armaments of the ASCOD and M2 / M3 Bradley?
The ASCOD is armed with 30 mm Mauser MK 30/2 while the M2 / M3 Bradley carries 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun as its main armament.