BRDM-2 vs M551 Sheridan
Overview
The BRDM-2 and the M551 Sheridan are both Light Armoured Vehicles.
At 15.2 tons, the M551 Sheridan is 2.2x the BRDM-2's 6.9 tons. Top speed is 100 km/h for the BRDM-2 vs 70 km/h for the M551 Sheridan. Operational range is 1,500 km for the BRDM-2 vs 600 km for the M551 Sheridan. The BRDM-2 is armed with a 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun, while the M551 Sheridan carries a 1 152mm gun.
The BRDM-2 has been produced in 7,200 units vs 123 for the M551 Sheridan.
| 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 |
| American light tank, 123 units built, saw limited action in Vietnam due to its light armor. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Light Reconnaissance Tank |
| Manufacturer | -- |
| Number produced | 123 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- 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 | 15.2 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 70 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 600 km ◉ |
| Length | 6.31 m ◉ |
| Width | 2.79 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.81 m ◉ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | General Motors 6V53T V-6 Diesel Engine with 300 hp |
| Main armament | 1 152mm gun |
| Secondary weapon | 2 M-240 7.62mm machine guns |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the BRDM-2 or M551 Sheridan?
The BRDM-2 is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the M551 Sheridan's 70 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the BRDM-2 or M551 Sheridan?
The BRDM-2 has a longer operational range at 1,500 km compared to the M551 Sheridan's 600 km.
Which is heavier, the BRDM-2 or M551 Sheridan?
The M551 Sheridan is heavier at 15.2 tons combat weight compared to the BRDM-2's 6.9 tons.
Which is larger, the BRDM-2 or M551 Sheridan?
The M551 Sheridan is longer at 6.31 meters compared to the BRDM-2's 6.29 meters.
How many crew members do the BRDM-2 and M551 Sheridan require?
The M551 Sheridan requires a larger crew of 4 compared to the BRDM-2's 3 (commander, driver, gunner) crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BRDM-2 or M551 Sheridan?
The BRDM-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 7,200 units compared to 123 units of the M551 Sheridan.
What are the main armaments of the BRDM-2 and M551 Sheridan?
The BRDM-2 is armed with 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun while the M551 Sheridan carries 1 152mm gun as its main armament.