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.
Profile of BRDM-2
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.
Profile of LAV-150
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.