BRDM-2 vs FV101 Scorpion
The BRDM-2 and the FV101 Scorpion are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Gorky Automobile Plant (GAZ) and Royal Ordnance Factory respectively. The BRDM-2 weighs 6.9 tons vs 7.9 tons for the FV101 Scorpion. Top speed is 100 km/h for the BRDM-2 vs 87 km/h for the FV101 Scorpion. Operational range is 1,500 km for the BRDM-2 vs 640 km for the FV101 Scorpion. The BRDM-2 is armed with a 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun, while the FV101 Scorpion carries a 1 L23 76mm rifled barrel (45 shells) gun. The BRDM-2 has been produced in 7,200 units vs 174 for the FV101 Scorpion.
| 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 |
| British light tank, 174 units built, manufactured by Royal Ordnance Factory. | |
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| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Infantry Fighting Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Royal Ordnance Factory |
| Number produced | 174 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- 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 | 7.9 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 87 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 640 km â—‰ |
| Length | 4.88 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.20 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.10 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | Diesel Engine with 195 hp |
| Main armament | 1 L23 76mm rifled barrel (45 shells) gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 MAG 7.62mm machine gun (3000 rounds) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the BRDM-2 or FV101 Scorpion?
The BRDM-2 is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the FV101 Scorpion's 87 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the BRDM-2 or FV101 Scorpion?
The BRDM-2 has a longer operational range at 1,500 km compared to the FV101 Scorpion's 640 km.
Which is heavier, the BRDM-2 or FV101 Scorpion?
The FV101 Scorpion is heavier at 7.9 tons combat weight compared to the BRDM-2's 6.9 tons.
Which is larger, the BRDM-2 or FV101 Scorpion?
The BRDM-2 is longer at 6.29 meters compared to the FV101 Scorpion's 4.88 meters.
How many crew members do the BRDM-2 and FV101 Scorpion require?
The BRDM-2 requires a larger crew of 3 (commander, driver, gunner) compared to the FV101 Scorpion's 3 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BRDM-2 or FV101 Scorpion?
The BRDM-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 7,200 units compared to 174 units of the FV101 Scorpion.
What are the main armaments of the BRDM-2 and FV101 Scorpion?
The BRDM-2 is armed with 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun while the FV101 Scorpion carries 1 L23 76mm rifled barrel (45 shells) gun as its main armament.