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Casspir vs Cobra

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Specifications
Casspir Cobra
Origin country πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ South Africa πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡· Turkey
Category Light Armoured Vehicle Light Armoured Vehicle
Type Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle Infantry mobility vehicle with MRAP capabilities
Manufacturer Denel Mechem Otokar
Number produced 2,800 units -- units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 0.0 tons 6.2 tons
Maximum speed -- km/h 115 km/h
Operational range -- km 752 km
Length -- m 5.23 m
Width -- m 2.22 m
Height -- m 2.10 m
Crew crew of two, plus 12 additional soldiers 1+8
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Armament & Powertrain
Casspir Cobra
Engine 170 hp (127 kW) ADE-352T 6-cylinder turbo-diesel 6.5 L, GM V8 diesel, water-cooled, turbocharged, 190 hp

Overview

The Casspir and the Cobra are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Denel Mechem and Otokar respectively.

The Casspir entered service 17 years before the Cobra (1980 vs 1997).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Casspir or Cobra?
The Cobra is faster with a maximum road speed of 115 km/h compared to the Casspir's 0 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Casspir or Cobra?
The Cobra has a longer operational range at 752 km compared to the Casspir's 0 km.
Which is heavier, the Casspir or Cobra?
The Cobra is heavier at 6.2 tons combat weight compared to the Casspir's 0.0 tons.
Which is larger, the Casspir or Cobra?
The Cobra is longer at 5.23 meters compared to the Casspir's 0.00 meters.
How many crew members do the Casspir and Cobra require?
The Casspir requires a larger crew of crew of two, plus 12 additional soldiers compared to the Cobra's 1+8 crew members.