Astros II vs EE-9 Cascavel
The Astros II is a Multiple Launch Rocket System, while the EE-9 Cascavel is a Light Armoured Vehicle. Operational range is 300 km for the Astros II vs 750 km for the EE-9 Cascavel. The Astros II is armed with a SS-AV-40G 180 mm GPS-guided rocket, while the EE-9 Cascavel carries a 1 × 90mm Engesa EC-90 (44 rounds). The EE-9 Cascavel entered service 16 years before the Astros II (1974 vs 1990).
| The Astros II is a Brazilian multiple launch rocket system introduced in 1983, featuring a modular design that allows it to fire rockets of various calibers. | |
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| Origin country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| Category | Multiple Launch Rocket System |
| Type | Self-propelled multiple rocket launcher |
| Manufacturer | Avibras |
| Number produced | -- units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Brazilian reconnaissance vehicle, entering service in 1974, features a 6x6 wheeled configuration. | |
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| Origin country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | 6x6 Reconnaissance Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Engesa |
| Number produced | 1,738 units |
| Estimated unit price | $0.2 million |
| Combat weight | 0.0 tons |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 300 km ◉ |
| Length | -- m |
| Width | -- m |
| Height | -- m |
| Crew | -- |
| Engine | -- |
| Main armament | SS-AV-40G 180 mm GPS-guided rocket |
| Secondary weapon | SS-150 450 mm rockets |
| Combat weight | 13.4 tons |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h |
| Operational range | 750 km ◉ |
| Length | 6.29 m |
| Width | 2.59 m |
| Height | 2.60 m |
| Crew | 3 (commander, driver, gunner) |
| Engine | Detroit Diesel 6V-53N 5.2 L (320 in3) 6-cylinder water-cooled diesel 158 kW (212 hp) at 2,800 rpm |
| Main armament | 1 × 90mm Engesa EC-90 (44 rounds) |
| Secondary weapon | 2× FN MAG (2,200–2,400 rounds) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Astros II or EE-9 Cascavel?
The EE-9 Cascavel is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the Astros II's 0 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Astros II or EE-9 Cascavel?
The EE-9 Cascavel has a longer operational range at 750 km compared to the Astros II's 300 km.
Which is heavier, the Astros II or EE-9 Cascavel?
The EE-9 Cascavel is heavier at 13.4 tons combat weight compared to the Astros II's 0.0 tons.
Which is larger, the Astros II or EE-9 Cascavel?
The EE-9 Cascavel is longer at 6.29 meters compared to the Astros II's 0.00 meters.
What are the main armaments of the Astros II and EE-9 Cascavel?
The Astros II is armed with SS-AV-40G 180 mm GPS-guided rocket while the EE-9 Cascavel carries 1 × 90mm Engesa EC-90 (44 rounds) as its main armament.