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Casspir vs VBL

Casspir light armoured vehicle side profile drawing
πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Casspir
VBL light armoured vehicle side profile drawing
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· VBL
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Specifications
Casspir VBL
Origin country πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ South Africa πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France
Category Light Armoured Vehicle Light Armoured Vehicle
Type Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle Light armoured vehicle
Manufacturer Denel Mechem Panhard
Number produced 2,800 units 2,600 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 0.0 tons 4.0 tons
Maximum speed -- km/h 95 km/h
Operational range -- km 600 km
Crew crew of two, plus 12 additional soldiers --
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Armament & Powertrain
Casspir VBL
Engine 170 hp (127 kW) ADE-352T 6-cylinder turbo-diesel 130 hp (97 kW) diesel engine

Overview

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

The Casspir has been produced in 2,800 units vs 2,600 for the VBL. The Casspir entered service 10 years before the VBL (1980 vs 1990).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Casspir or VBL?
The VBL is faster with a maximum road speed of 95 km/h compared to the Casspir's 0 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Casspir or VBL?
The VBL has a longer operational range at 600 km compared to the Casspir's 0 km.
Which is heavier, the Casspir or VBL?
The VBL is heavier at 4.0 tons combat weight compared to the Casspir's 0.0 tons.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Casspir or VBL?
The Casspir has been produced in greater numbers with 2,800 units compared to 2,600 units of the VBL.