BRDM-2 vs PT-76
The BRDM-2 and the PT-76 are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Gorky Automobile Plant (GAZ) and Soviet State Industry respectively. At 14.6 tons, the PT-76 is 2.1x the BRDM-2's 6.9 tons. Top speed is 100 km/h for the BRDM-2 vs 44 km/h for the PT-76. Operational range is 1,500 km for the BRDM-2 vs 480 km for the PT-76. The BRDM-2 is armed with a 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun, while the PT-76 carries a 1 D-56T 76.2mm rifled barrel (40 shells) gun.
| 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 |
| Soviet light tank, entered service in the early 1950s, featuring amphibious capabilities for river crossings. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Amphibious Light Tank |
| Manufacturer | Soviet State Industry |
| 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 | 14.6 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 44 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 480 km â—‰ |
| Length | 7.63 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.14 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.32 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | 6-Cylinder Diesel Engine with 240 hp |
| Main armament | 1 D-56T 76.2mm rifled barrel (40 shells) gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 PKT 7.62mm machine gun (2000 rounds) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the BRDM-2 or PT-76?
The BRDM-2 is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the PT-76's 44 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the BRDM-2 or PT-76?
The BRDM-2 has a longer operational range at 1,500 km compared to the PT-76's 480 km.
Which is heavier, the BRDM-2 or PT-76?
The PT-76 is heavier at 14.6 tons combat weight compared to the BRDM-2's 6.9 tons.
Which is larger, the BRDM-2 or PT-76?
The PT-76 is longer at 7.63 meters compared to the BRDM-2's 6.29 meters.
How many crew members do the BRDM-2 and PT-76 require?
The BRDM-2 requires a larger crew of 3 (commander, driver, gunner) compared to the PT-76's 3 crew members.
What are the main armaments of the BRDM-2 and PT-76?
The BRDM-2 is armed with 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun while the PT-76 carries 1 D-56T 76.2mm rifled barrel (40 shells) gun as its main armament.