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Bionix vs ZBL-08

Bionix vs ZBL-08 at a glance β€” weight 23,000 vs 21,000 kg, top speed 70 vs 100 km/h, range 400 vs 800 km, crew 3 (commander, gunner, driver) + 7 troops vs 3 crew, 7 troops.

Bionix infantry fighting vehicle side profile drawing
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¬ BionixFull specs
ZBL-08 infantry fighting vehicle side profile drawing
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ ZBL-08Full specs
Specifications
Bionix ZBL-08
Origin country πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¬ Singapore πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China
Category Infantry Fighting Vehicle Infantry Fighting Vehicle
Type Infantry fighting vehicle Infantry fighting vehicle
Manufacturer ST Engineering Norinco
Number produced 800 units -- units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 23.0 tons 21.0 tons
Maximum speed 70 km/h 100 km/h
Operational range 400 km 800 km
Length 5.90 m 8.00 m
Width 2.70 m 3.00 m
Height 2.60 m 2.10 m
Crew 3 (commander, gunner, driver) + 7 troops 3 crew, 7 troops
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Armament & Powertrain
Bionix ZBL-08
Main armament Mk44 Bushmaster II 30 mm cannon (Bionix II) ZPT-99 30 mm autocannon
Secondary weapon M242 Bushmaster 25 mm cannon (Bionix 25) Type 86 7.62 mm coaxial machine gun
Engine Detroit Diesel 6V 92TA, 475 hp (550 hp turbocharged) Deutz BF6M1015C water-cooled V6 diesel
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Bionix or ZBL-08?
The ZBL-08 is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the Bionix's 70 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Bionix or ZBL-08?
The ZBL-08 has a longer operational range at 800 km compared to the Bionix's 400 km.
Which is heavier, the Bionix or ZBL-08?
The Bionix is heavier at 23.0 tons combat weight compared to the ZBL-08's 21.0 tons.
Which is larger, the Bionix or ZBL-08?
The ZBL-08 is longer at 8.00 meters compared to the Bionix's 5.90 meters.
How many crew members do the Bionix and ZBL-08 require?
Both the Bionix and ZBL-08 require a crew of 3.
What are the main armaments of the Bionix and ZBL-08?
The Bionix is armed with Mk44 Bushmaster II 30 mm cannon (Bionix II) while the ZBL-08 carries ZPT-99 30 mm autocannon as its main armament.