AML-90 / Eland vs BRDM-2
The AML-90 / Eland and the BRDM-2 are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Panhard and Gorky Automobile Plant (GAZ) respectively. The AML-90 / Eland weighs 5.5 tons vs 6.9 tons for the BRDM-2. Top speed is 100 km/h for the AML-90 / Eland vs 100 km/h for the BRDM-2. Operational range is 600 km for the AML-90 / Eland vs 1,500 km for the BRDM-2. The AML-90 / Eland is armed with a 90 mm D921/GIAT F1 (20 rounds), while the BRDM-2 carries a 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun. The AML-90 / Eland has been produced in 4,812 units vs 7,200 for the BRDM-2. The AML-90 / Eland entered service 1 years before the BRDM-2 (1961 vs 1962).
| French light armored vehicle, built in 4812 units, entered service in 1961. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Light Armored Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Panhard |
| Number produced | 4,812 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| The BRDM-2 is a Soviet amphibious reconnaissance vehicle introduced in 1962 that features four retractable belly wheels to assist with crossing trenches. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Amphibious armoured scout car |
| Manufacturer | Gorky Automobile Plant (GAZ) |
| Number produced | 7,200 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Combat weight | 5.5 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 600 km â—‰ |
| Length | 5.11 m â—‰ |
| Width | 1.97 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.07 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 (commander, driver, gunner) |
| Engine | Panhard 1.99 L Model 4 HD flat 4-cylinder air-cooled petrol |
| Main armament | 90 mm D921/GIAT F1 (20 rounds) |
| Secondary weapon | 60mm Brandt mortar (53 rounds) |
| Combat weight | 6.9 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,500 km â—‰ |
| Length | 6.29 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.43 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.43 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 (commander, driver, gunner) |
| Engine | GAZ-41 5.53L V8 petrol, 140 hp |
| Main armament | 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun |
| Secondary weapon | 7.62 mm PKT coaxial machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AML-90 / Eland or BRDM-2?
The BRDM-2 is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the AML-90 / Eland's 100 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the AML-90 / Eland or BRDM-2?
The BRDM-2 has a longer operational range at 1,500 km compared to the AML-90 / Eland's 600 km.
Which is heavier, the AML-90 / Eland or BRDM-2?
The BRDM-2 is heavier at 6.9 tons combat weight compared to the AML-90 / Eland's 5.5 tons.
Which is larger, the AML-90 / Eland or BRDM-2?
The BRDM-2 is longer at 6.29 meters compared to the AML-90 / Eland's 5.11 meters.
How many crew members do the AML-90 / Eland and BRDM-2 require?
Both the AML-90 / Eland and BRDM-2 require a crew of 3 (commander, driver, gunner).
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AML-90 / Eland or BRDM-2?
The BRDM-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 7,200 units compared to 4,812 units of the AML-90 / Eland.
What are the main armaments of the AML-90 / Eland and BRDM-2?
The AML-90 / Eland is armed with 90 mm D921/GIAT F1 (20 rounds) while the BRDM-2 carries 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun as its main armament.