BRDM-2 vs EE-9 Cascavel
The BRDM-2 and the EE-9 Cascavel are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Gorky Automobile Plant (GAZ) and Engesa respectively. The BRDM-2 weighs 6.9 tons vs 13.4 tons for the EE-9 Cascavel. Top speed is 100 km/h for the BRDM-2 vs 100 km/h for the EE-9 Cascavel. Operational range is 1,500 km for the BRDM-2 vs 750 km for the EE-9 Cascavel. The BRDM-2 is armed with a 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun, while the EE-9 Cascavel carries a 1 × 90mm Engesa EC-90 (44 rounds). The BRDM-2 has been produced in 7,200 units vs 1,738 for the EE-9 Cascavel. The BRDM-2 entered service 12 years before the EE-9 Cascavel (1962 vs 1974).
| 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 |
| 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 | 6.9 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,500 km ◉ |
| Length | 6.29 m ◉ |
| Width | 2.43 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.43 m ◉ |
| 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 |
| 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 BRDM-2 or EE-9 Cascavel?
The EE-9 Cascavel is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the BRDM-2's 100 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the BRDM-2 or EE-9 Cascavel?
The BRDM-2 has a longer operational range at 1,500 km compared to the EE-9 Cascavel's 750 km.
Which is heavier, the BRDM-2 or EE-9 Cascavel?
The EE-9 Cascavel is heavier at 13.4 tons combat weight compared to the BRDM-2's 6.9 tons.
Which is larger, the BRDM-2 or EE-9 Cascavel?
The EE-9 Cascavel is longer at 6.29 meters compared to the BRDM-2's 6.29 meters.
How many crew members do the BRDM-2 and EE-9 Cascavel require?
Both the BRDM-2 and EE-9 Cascavel require a crew of 3 (commander, driver, gunner).
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BRDM-2 or EE-9 Cascavel?
The BRDM-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 7,200 units compared to 1,738 units of the EE-9 Cascavel.
What are the main armaments of the BRDM-2 and EE-9 Cascavel?
The BRDM-2 is armed with 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun while the EE-9 Cascavel carries 1 × 90mm Engesa EC-90 (44 rounds) as its main armament.