K21 vs M2 Bradley
Overview
The K21 and the M2 Bradley are both Armored Personnel Carriers, manufactured by Hanwha Defense and FMC respectively.
The K21 weighs 25.6 tons vs 22.9 tons for the M2 Bradley. Top speed is 70 km/h for the K21 vs 66 km/h for the M2 Bradley. Operational range is 500 km for the K21 vs 483 km for the M2 Bradley. The K21 is armed with a SNT Dynamics K40 40×365mmR autocannon, while the M2 Bradley carries a 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun.
The K21 has been produced in 466 units vs 6,800 for the M2 Bradley. Unit cost is $3.5M for the K21 vs $4.35M for the M2 Bradley.
| South Korean IFV, entered service in 2009, features a 40mm autocannon and carries up to nine troops. | |
| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Infantry fighting vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Hanwha Defense |
| Number produced | 466 units |
| Estimated unit price | $3.5 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 | 25.6 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 70 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 500 km ◉ |
| Length | 6.90 m ◉ |
| Width | 3.40 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.60 m ◉ |
| Crew | 3 crew + 9 passengers |
| Engine | Doosan D2840LXE diesel 840 hp |
| Main armament | SNT Dynamics K40 40×365mmR autocannon |
| Secondary weapon | Two Raybolt ATGM launchers |
| 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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Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the K21 or M2 Bradley?
The K21 is faster with a maximum road speed of 70 km/h compared to the M2 Bradley's 66 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the K21 or M2 Bradley?
The K21 has a longer operational range at 500 km compared to the M2 Bradley's 483 km.
Which is heavier, the K21 or M2 Bradley?
The K21 is heavier at 25.6 tons combat weight compared to the M2 Bradley's 22.9 tons.
Which is larger, the K21 or M2 Bradley?
The K21 is longer at 6.90 meters compared to the M2 Bradley's 6.55 meters.
How many crew members do the K21 and M2 Bradley require?
The K21 requires a larger crew of 3 crew + 9 passengers compared to the M2 Bradley's 3 crew members.
Which is more expensive, the K21 or M2 Bradley?
The M2 Bradley is more expensive at approximately $4.3 million per unit compared to the K21 at $3.5 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the K21 or M2 Bradley?
The M2 Bradley has been produced in greater numbers with 6,800 units compared to 466 units of the K21.
What are the main armaments of the K21 and M2 Bradley?
The K21 is armed with SNT Dynamics K40 40×365mmR autocannon while the M2 Bradley carries 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun as its main armament.