Freccia vs M2 Bradley
Overview
The Freccia and the M2 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 Bradley. Top speed is 110 km/h for the Freccia vs 66 km/h for the M2 Bradley. Operational range is 800 km for the Freccia vs 483 km for the M2 Bradley. The Freccia is armed with a KBA 25 mm autocannon, while the M2 Bradley carries a 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun.
The Freccia has been produced in 283 units vs 6,800 for the M2 Bradley. Unit cost is $6.5M for the Freccia vs $4.35M for the M2 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 ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 110 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 800 km ◉ |
| Length | 8.56 m ◉ |
| Width | 2.99 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.18 m ◉ |
| 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 ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 66 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 483 km ◉ |
| Length | 6.55 m ◉ |
| Width | 3.60 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.57 m ◉ |
| 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 Bradley?
The Freccia is faster with a maximum road speed of 110 km/h compared to the M2 Bradley's 66 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Freccia or M2 Bradley?
The Freccia has a longer operational range at 800 km compared to the M2 Bradley's 483 km.
Which is heavier, the Freccia or M2 Bradley?
The Freccia is heavier at 31.5 tons combat weight compared to the M2 Bradley's 22.9 tons.
Which is larger, the Freccia or M2 Bradley?
The Freccia is longer at 8.56 meters compared to the M2 Bradley's 6.55 meters.
How many crew members do the Freccia and M2 Bradley require?
The Freccia requires a larger crew of 3 + 8 compared to the M2 Bradley's 3 crew members.
Which is more expensive, the Freccia or M2 Bradley?
The Freccia is more expensive at approximately $6.5 million per unit compared to the M2 Bradley at $4.3 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Freccia or M2 Bradley?
The M2 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 Bradley?
The Freccia is armed with KBA 25 mm autocannon while the M2 Bradley carries 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun as its main armament.