BRDM-2 vs LAV-150
The BRDM-2 and the LAV-150 are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Gorky Automobile Plant (GAZ) and Textron Marine & Land Systems respectively. The BRDM-2 weighs 6.9 tons vs 9.9 tons for the LAV-150. Top speed is 100 km/h for the BRDM-2 vs 89 km/h for the LAV-150. Operational range is 1,500 km for the BRDM-2 vs 643 km for the LAV-150. The BRDM-2 is armed with a 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun, while the LAV-150 carries a 1 90mm rifled barrel gun.
| 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 |
| American light armored vehicle, manufactured by Textron, intended for reconnaissance roles with potential for various weapon configurations. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Light Reconnaissance Tank |
| Manufacturer | Textron Marine & Land Systems |
| Number produced | -- 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 | 9.9 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 89 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 643 km â—‰ |
| Length | 5.69 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.26 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.54 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | V-504 V-8 Diesel Engine with 202 hp |
| Main armament | 1 90mm rifled barrel gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 M-240 7.62mm machine gun (4500 rounds) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the BRDM-2 or LAV-150?
The BRDM-2 is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the LAV-150's 89 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the BRDM-2 or LAV-150?
The BRDM-2 has a longer operational range at 1,500 km compared to the LAV-150's 643 km.
Which is heavier, the BRDM-2 or LAV-150?
The LAV-150 is heavier at 9.9 tons combat weight compared to the BRDM-2's 6.9 tons.
Which is larger, the BRDM-2 or LAV-150?
The BRDM-2 is longer at 6.29 meters compared to the LAV-150's 5.69 meters.
How many crew members do the BRDM-2 and LAV-150 require?
The BRDM-2 requires a larger crew of 3 (commander, driver, gunner) compared to the LAV-150's 3 crew members.
What are the main armaments of the BRDM-2 and LAV-150?
The BRDM-2 is armed with 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun while the LAV-150 carries 1 90mm rifled barrel gun as its main armament.