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Foxhound vs RG-31 Nyala

Foxhound vs RG-31 Nyala at a glance — weight 7,500 vs 7,280 kg, top speed 132 vs 100 km/h, crew 6 (2 crew + 4 troops) vs 5 to 10.

Specifications
Foxhound RG-31 Nyala
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇿🇦 South Africa
Category Protected Mobility Vehicle Protected Mobility Vehicle
Type Light protected patrol vehicle Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle
Manufacturer General Dynamics UK Land Systems OMC
Number produced 400 units 2,520 units
Estimated unit price $1.5 million $-- million
Combat weight 7.5 tons 7.3 tons
Maximum speed 132 km/h 100 km/h
Operational range -- km 900 km
Length 5.32 m 6.40 m
Width 2.10 m 2.47 m
Height 2.35 m 2.63 m
Crew 6 (2 crew + 4 troops) 5 to 10
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Armament & Powertrain
Foxhound RG-31 Nyala
Main armament Two 7.62 mm general purpose machine guns --
Engine Steyr M16-Monoblock six-cylinder diesel, 160 kW 300 hp
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Foxhound or RG-31 Nyala?
The Foxhound is faster with a maximum road speed of 132 km/h compared to the RG-31 Nyala's 100 km/h.
Which is heavier, the Foxhound or RG-31 Nyala?
The Foxhound is heavier at 7.5 tons combat weight compared to the RG-31 Nyala's 7.3 tons.
Which is larger, the Foxhound or RG-31 Nyala?
The RG-31 Nyala is longer at 6.40 meters compared to the Foxhound's 5.32 meters.
How many crew members do the Foxhound and RG-31 Nyala require?
The Foxhound requires a larger crew of 6, against 5 for the RG-31 Nyala.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Foxhound or RG-31 Nyala?
The RG-31 Nyala has been produced in greater numbers with 2,520 units compared to 400 units of the Foxhound.