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Bionix vs K21

Bionix vs K21 at a glance β€” weight 23,000 vs 25,600 kg, top speed 70 vs 70 km/h, range 400 vs 500 km, crew β€” vs β€”.

Bionix infantry fighting vehicle side profile drawing
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¬ Bionix
K21 infantry fighting vehicle side profile drawing
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· K21
Specifications
Bionix K21
Origin country πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¬ Singapore πŸ‡°πŸ‡· South Korea
Category Infantry Fighting Vehicle Infantry Fighting Vehicle
Type Infantry fighting vehicle Infantry fighting vehicle
Manufacturer ST Engineering Hanwha Defense
Number produced 800 units 466 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $3.5 million
Combat weight 23.0 tons 25.6 tons
Maximum speed 70 km/h 70 km/h
Operational range 400 km 500 km
Length 5.90 m 6.90 m
Width 2.70 m 3.40 m
Height 2.60 m 2.60 m
Crew 3 (commander, gunner, driver) + 7 troops 3 crew + 9 passengers
Performance Radar Chart
Armament & Powertrain
Bionix K21
Main armament Mk44 Bushmaster II 30 mm cannon (Bionix II) SNT Dynamics K40 40Γ—365mmR autocannon
Secondary weapon M242 Bushmaster 25 mm cannon (Bionix 25) Two Raybolt ATGM launchers
Engine Detroit Diesel 6V 92TA, 475 hp (550 hp turbocharged) Doosan D2840LXE diesel 840 hp
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Bionix or K21?
The K21 is faster with a maximum road speed of 70 km/h compared to the Bionix's 70 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Bionix or K21?
The K21 has a longer operational range at 500 km compared to the Bionix's 400 km.
Which is heavier, the Bionix or K21?
The K21 is heavier at 25.6 tons combat weight compared to the Bionix's 23.0 tons.
Which is larger, the Bionix or K21?
The K21 is longer at 6.90 meters compared to the Bionix's 5.90 meters.
How many crew members do the Bionix and K21 require?
The K21 requires a larger crew of 3 crew + 9 passengers compared to the Bionix's 3 (commander, gunner, driver) + 7 troops crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bionix or K21?
The Bionix has been produced in greater numbers with 800 units compared to 466 units of the K21.
What are the main armaments of the Bionix and K21?
The Bionix is armed with Mk44 Bushmaster II 30 mm cannon (Bionix II) while the K21 carries SNT Dynamics K40 40Γ—365mmR autocannon as its main armament.