EE-9 Cascavel vs Luchs 2
The EE-9 Cascavel and the Luchs 2 are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Engesa and Henschel Wehrteknik GmbH respectively. The EE-9 Cascavel weighs 13.4 tons vs 19.5 tons for the Luchs 2. Top speed is 100 km/h for the EE-9 Cascavel vs 90 km/h for the Luchs 2. Operational range is 750 km for the EE-9 Cascavel vs 800 km for the Luchs 2. The EE-9 Cascavel is armed with a 1 × 90mm Engesa EC-90 (44 rounds), while the Luchs 2 carries a 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun. The EE-9 Cascavel has been produced in 1,738 units vs 408 for the Luchs 2.
| Brazilian reconnaissance vehicle, entering service in 1974, features a 6x6 wheeled configuration. | |
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| Origin country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | 6x6 Reconnaissance Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Engesa |
| Number produced | 1,738 units |
| Estimated unit price | $0.2 million |
| German reconnaissance vehicle, 408 units built, features eight-wheel drive for all-terrain mobility. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Reconnaissance Armored Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Henschel Wehrteknik GmbH |
| Number produced | 408 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Combat weight | 13.4 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 750 km ◉ |
| Length | 6.29 m ◉ |
| Width | 2.59 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.60 m ◉ |
| Crew | 3 (commander, driver, gunner) |
| Engine | Detroit Diesel 6V-53N 5.2 L (320 in3) 6-cylinder water-cooled diesel 158 kW (212 hp) at 2,800 rpm |
| Main armament | 1 × 90mm Engesa EC-90 (44 rounds) |
| Secondary weapon | 2× FN MAG (2,200–2,400 rounds) |
| Combat weight | 19.5 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 90 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 800 km ◉ |
| Length | 7.74 m ◉ |
| Width | 2.98 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.84 m ◉ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | Diesel Engine with 435 hp |
| Main armament | 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 MG3 7.62mm coaxial machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the EE-9 Cascavel or Luchs 2?
The EE-9 Cascavel is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the Luchs 2's 90 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the EE-9 Cascavel or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 has a longer operational range at 800 km compared to the EE-9 Cascavel's 750 km.
Which is heavier, the EE-9 Cascavel or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 is heavier at 19.5 tons combat weight compared to the EE-9 Cascavel's 13.4 tons.
Which is larger, the EE-9 Cascavel or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 is longer at 7.74 meters compared to the EE-9 Cascavel's 6.29 meters.
How many crew members do the EE-9 Cascavel and Luchs 2 require?
The Luchs 2 requires a larger crew of 4 compared to the EE-9 Cascavel's 3 (commander, driver, gunner) crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the EE-9 Cascavel or Luchs 2?
The EE-9 Cascavel has been produced in greater numbers with 1,738 units compared to 408 units of the Luchs 2.
What are the main armaments of the EE-9 Cascavel and Luchs 2?
The EE-9 Cascavel is armed with 1 × 90mm Engesa EC-90 (44 rounds) while the Luchs 2 carries 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun as its main armament.