Freccia vs M2 / M3 Bradley
The Freccia and the M2 / M3 Bradley are both Armored Personnel Carriers, manufactured by Iveco Defence Vehicles and OTO Melara and FMC respectively. The Freccia weighs 31.5 tons vs 22.9 tons for the M2 / M3 Bradley. Top speed is 110 km/h for the Freccia vs 66 km/h for the M2 / M3 Bradley. Operational range is 800 km for the Freccia vs 483 km for the M2 / M3 Bradley. The Freccia is armed with a KBA 25 mm autocannon, while the M2 / M3 Bradley carries a 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun. The Freccia has been produced in 283 units vs 6,800 for the M2 / M3 Bradley. Unit cost is $6.5M for the Freccia vs $4.35M for the M2 / M3 Bradley.
| Italian APC/IFV, entered service in 2008, manufactured jointly by Iveco and OTO Melara. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Infantry Fighting Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Iveco Defence Vehicles and OTO Melara |
| Number produced | 283 units |
| Estimated unit price | $6.5 million |
| American IFV, over 6,800 units manufactured by FMC, provides armored transport and fire support. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Infantry Fighting Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | FMC |
| Number produced | 6,800 units |
| Estimated unit price | $4.4 million |
| Combat weight | 31.5 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 110 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 800 km â—‰ |
| Length | 8.56 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.99 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.18 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 + 8 |
| Engine | Iveco 8262, 550 hp (410 kW) |
| Main armament | KBA 25 mm autocannon |
| Secondary weapon | Spike LR anti-tank missiles |
| Combat weight | 22.9 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 66 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 483 km â—‰ |
| Length | 6.55 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.60 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.57 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | Cummins VTA-903T V8 Turbo-Diesel Engine with 500 hp |
| Main armament | 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 TOW 2 double anti-tank launcher |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Freccia or M2 / M3 Bradley?
The Freccia is faster with a maximum road speed of 110 km/h compared to the M2 / M3 Bradley's 66 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Freccia or M2 / M3 Bradley?
The Freccia has a longer operational range at 800 km compared to the M2 / M3 Bradley's 483 km.
Which is heavier, the Freccia or M2 / M3 Bradley?
The Freccia is heavier at 31.5 tons combat weight compared to the M2 / M3 Bradley's 22.9 tons.
Which is larger, the Freccia or M2 / M3 Bradley?
The Freccia is longer at 8.56 meters compared to the M2 / M3 Bradley's 6.55 meters.
How many crew members do the Freccia and M2 / M3 Bradley require?
The Freccia requires a larger crew of 3 + 8 compared to the M2 / M3 Bradley's 3 crew members.
Which is more expensive, the Freccia or M2 / M3 Bradley?
The Freccia is more expensive at approximately $6.5 million per unit compared to the M2 / M3 Bradley at $4.3 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Freccia or M2 / M3 Bradley?
The M2 / M3 Bradley has been produced in greater numbers with 6,800 units compared to 283 units of the Freccia.
What are the main armaments of the Freccia and M2 / M3 Bradley?
The Freccia is armed with KBA 25 mm autocannon while the M2 / M3 Bradley carries 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun as its main armament.