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Jackal vs RG-31 Nyala

Jackal vs RG-31 Nyala at a glance β€” weight 7,600 vs 7,280 kg, top speed 130 vs 100 km/h, range 800 vs 900 km, crew β€” vs β€”.

Jackal protected mobility vehicle side profile drawing
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Specifications
Jackal RG-31 Nyala
Origin country πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ United Kingdom πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ South Africa
Category Protected Mobility Vehicle Protected Mobility Vehicle
Type Light patrol and fire support vehicle Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle
Manufacturer Supacat Land Systems OMC
Number produced -- units 2,520 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 7.6 tons 7.3 tons
Maximum speed 130 km/h 100 km/h
Operational range 800 km 900 km
Length 5.39 m 6.40 m
Width 2.00 m 2.47 m
Height 1.97 m 2.63 m
Crew 4 (3 on the Jackal 1) 5 to 10
Performance Radar Chart
Armament & Powertrain
Jackal RG-31 Nyala
Main armament 12.7 mm M2 heavy machine gun --
Secondary weapon 7.62 mm general purpose machine gun --
Engine Cummins 6.7-litre six-cylinder diesel (5.9 L ISBe on the Jackal 1) 300 hp
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Jackal or RG-31 Nyala?
The Jackal is faster with a maximum road speed of 130 km/h compared to the RG-31 Nyala's 100 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Jackal or RG-31 Nyala?
The RG-31 Nyala has a longer operational range at 900 km compared to the Jackal's 800 km.
Which is heavier, the Jackal or RG-31 Nyala?
The Jackal is heavier at 7.6 tons combat weight compared to the RG-31 Nyala's 7.3 tons.
Which is larger, the Jackal or RG-31 Nyala?
The RG-31 Nyala is longer at 6.40 meters compared to the Jackal's 5.39 meters.
How many crew members do the Jackal and RG-31 Nyala require?
The RG-31 Nyala requires a larger crew of 5 to 10 compared to the Jackal's 4 (3 on the Jackal 1) crew members.