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Kirpi vs LMV

Kirpi vs LMV at a glance โ€” weight 20,000 vs 7,100 kg, crew 3 (driver, commander, gunner) vs 1+4.

Kirpi protected mobility vehicle side profile drawing
๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท KirpiFull specs
LMV protected mobility vehicle side profile drawing
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น LMVFull specs
Specifications
Kirpi LMV
Origin country ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท Turkey ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Italy
Category Protected Mobility Vehicle Protected Mobility Vehicle
Type Mine-resistant ambush protected vehicle Infantry mobility vehicle with MRAP capabilities
Manufacturer BMC Iveco
Number produced 2,000 units 10,000 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $0.4 million
Combat weight 20.0 tons 7.1 tons
Maximum speed -- km/h 130 km/h
Operational range -- km 500 km
Width -- m 2.20 m
Height -- m 2.05 m
Crew 3 (driver, commander, gunner) 1+4
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Armament & Powertrain
Kirpi LMV
Main armament 7.62-mm machine gun Pintle-mounted machine gun
Secondary weapon 12.7-mm machine gun Remote controlled weapon station (RWS)
Engine BMC TUNA engine 220 horsepower (164 kW; 223 PS) diesel engine
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is heavier, the Kirpi or LMV?
The Kirpi is heavier at 20.0 tons combat weight compared to the LMV's 7.1 tons.
How many crew members do the Kirpi and LMV require?
The Kirpi requires a larger crew of 3, against 1 for the LMV.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kirpi or LMV?
The LMV has been produced in greater numbers with 10,000 units compared to 2,000 units of the Kirpi.
What are the main armaments of the Kirpi and LMV?
The Kirpi is armed with 7.62-mm machine gun while the LMV carries Pintle-mounted machine gun as its main armament.