BRDM-2 vs Fennek
The BRDM-2 and the Fennek are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Gorky Automobile Plant (GAZ) and Krauss-Maffei Wegmann respectively. The BRDM-2 weighs 6.9 tons vs 10.4 tons for the Fennek. Top speed is 100 km/h for the BRDM-2 vs 115 km/h for the Fennek. Operational range is 1,500 km for the BRDM-2 vs 860 km for the Fennek. The BRDM-2 is armed with a 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun, while the Fennek carries a HK GMG 40 mm grenade autocannon. The BRDM-2 has been produced in 7,200 units vs 632 for the Fennek. The BRDM-2 entered service 41 years before the Fennek (1962 vs 2003).
| The BRDM-2 is a Soviet amphibious reconnaissance vehicle introduced in 1962 that features four retractable belly wheels to assist with crossing trenches. | |
| 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 |
| German scout car, with 632 units built, entered service in 2003 for reconnaissance duties. | |
| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Scout car |
| Manufacturer | Krauss-Maffei Wegmann |
| Number produced | 632 units |
| Estimated unit price | $0.8 million |
| 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 |
| Combat weight | 10.4 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 115 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 860 km â—‰ |
| Length | 5.58 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.55 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.29 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | Deutz diesel 179 kW (239 hp) |
| Main armament | HK GMG 40 mm grenade autocannon |
| Secondary weapon | Rheinmetall MG3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the BRDM-2 or Fennek?
The Fennek is faster with a maximum road speed of 115 km/h compared to the BRDM-2's 100 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the BRDM-2 or Fennek?
The BRDM-2 has a longer operational range at 1,500 km compared to the Fennek's 860 km.
Which is heavier, the BRDM-2 or Fennek?
The Fennek is heavier at 10.4 tons combat weight compared to the BRDM-2's 6.9 tons.
Which is larger, the BRDM-2 or Fennek?
The BRDM-2 is longer at 6.29 meters compared to the Fennek's 5.58 meters.
How many crew members do the BRDM-2 and Fennek require?
The BRDM-2 requires a larger crew of 3 (commander, driver, gunner) compared to the Fennek's 3 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BRDM-2 or Fennek?
The BRDM-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 7,200 units compared to 632 units of the Fennek.
What are the main armaments of the BRDM-2 and Fennek?
The BRDM-2 is armed with 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun while the Fennek carries HK GMG 40 mm grenade autocannon as its main armament.