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LMV vs RG-31 Nyala

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Specifications
LMV RG-31 Nyala
Origin country 🇮🇹 Italy 🇿🇦 South Africa
Category Light Armoured Vehicle Light Armoured Vehicle
Type Infantry mobility vehicle with MRAP capabilities Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle
Manufacturer Iveco Land Systems OMC
Number produced 10,000 units 2,520 units
Estimated unit price $0.4 million $-- million
Combat weight 7.1 tons 7.3 tons
Maximum speed 130 km/h 100 km/h
Operational range 500 km 900 km
Length -- m 6.40 m
Width 2.20 m 2.47 m
Height 2.05 m 2.63 m
Crew 1+4 5 to 10
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Armament & Powertrain
LMV RG-31 Nyala
Main armament Pintle-mounted machine gun --
Secondary weapon Remote controlled weapon station (RWS) --
Engine 220 horsepower (164 kW; 223 PS) diesel engine 300 hp

Overview

The LMV and the RG-31 Nyala are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Iveco and Land Systems OMC respectively.

The LMV weighs 7.1 tons vs 7.3 tons for the RG-31 Nyala. Top speed is 130 km/h for the LMV vs 100 km/h for the RG-31 Nyala. Operational range is 500 km for the LMV vs 900 km for the RG-31 Nyala.

The LMV has been produced in 10,000 units vs 2,520 for the RG-31 Nyala. The RG-31 Nyala entered service 3 years before the LMV (1998 vs 2001).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the LMV or RG-31 Nyala?
The LMV 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 LMV or RG-31 Nyala?
The RG-31 Nyala has a longer operational range at 900 km compared to the LMV's 500 km.
Which is heavier, the LMV or RG-31 Nyala?
The RG-31 Nyala is heavier at 7.3 tons combat weight compared to the LMV's 7.1 tons.
Which is larger, the LMV or RG-31 Nyala?
The RG-31 Nyala is longer at 6.40 meters compared to the LMV's 0.00 meters.
How many crew members do the LMV and RG-31 Nyala require?
The RG-31 Nyala requires a larger crew of 5 to 10 compared to the LMV's 1+4 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the LMV or RG-31 Nyala?
The LMV has been produced in greater numbers with 10,000 units compared to 2,520 units of the RG-31 Nyala.