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Casspir vs FV101 Scorpion

Casspir light armoured vehicle side profile drawing
πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Casspir
FV101 Scorpion light armoured vehicle side profile drawing
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ FV101 Scorpion
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Specifications
Casspir FV101 Scorpion
Origin country πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ South Africa πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ United Kingdom
Category Light Armoured Vehicle Light Armoured Vehicle
Type Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle Infantry Fighting Vehicle
Manufacturer Denel Mechem Royal Ordnance Factory
Number produced 2,800 units 174 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 0.0 tons 7.9 tons
Maximum speed -- km/h 87 km/h
Operational range -- km 640 km
Length -- m 4.88 m
Width -- m 2.20 m
Height -- m 2.10 m
Crew crew of two, plus 12 additional soldiers 3
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Armament & Powertrain
Casspir FV101 Scorpion
Main armament -- 1 L23 76mm rifled barrel (45 shells) gun
Secondary weapon -- 1 MAG 7.62mm machine gun (3000 rounds)
Engine 170 hp (127 kW) ADE-352T 6-cylinder turbo-diesel Diesel Engine with 195 hp

Overview

The Casspir and the FV101 Scorpion are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Denel Mechem and Royal Ordnance Factory respectively.

The Casspir has been produced in 2,800 units vs 174 for the FV101 Scorpion. The FV101 Scorpion entered service 7 years before the Casspir (1973 vs 1980).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Casspir or FV101 Scorpion?
The FV101 Scorpion is faster with a maximum road speed of 87 km/h compared to the Casspir's 0 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Casspir or FV101 Scorpion?
The FV101 Scorpion has a longer operational range at 640 km compared to the Casspir's 0 km.
Which is heavier, the Casspir or FV101 Scorpion?
The FV101 Scorpion is heavier at 7.9 tons combat weight compared to the Casspir's 0.0 tons.
Which is larger, the Casspir or FV101 Scorpion?
The FV101 Scorpion is longer at 4.88 meters compared to the Casspir's 0.00 meters.
How many crew members do the Casspir and FV101 Scorpion require?
The Casspir requires a larger crew of crew of two, plus 12 additional soldiers compared to the FV101 Scorpion's 3 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Casspir or FV101 Scorpion?
The Casspir has been produced in greater numbers with 2,800 units compared to 174 units of the FV101 Scorpion.