AMX-10 RC vs Luchs 2
Overview
The AMX-10 RC and the Luchs 2 are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by GIAT Industries and Henschel Wehrteknik GmbH respectively.
The AMX-10 RC weighs 17.2 tons vs 19.5 tons for the Luchs 2. Top speed is 85 km/h for the AMX-10 RC vs 90 km/h for the Luchs 2. Operational range is 800 km for the AMX-10 RC vs 800 km for the Luchs 2. The AMX-10 RC is armed with a 105 mm F2 BK MECA L/47 medium-pressure gun, while the Luchs 2 carries a 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun.
The AMX-10 RC has been produced in 464 units vs 408 for the Luchs 2.
| French reconnaissance vehicle, entering service in 1981, equipped with a 105mm gun. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Reconnaissance Armored Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | GIAT Industries |
| Number produced | 464 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| German reconnaissance vehicle, 408 units built, features eight-wheel drive for all-terrain mobility. | |
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| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Reconnaissance Armored Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Henschel Wehrteknik GmbH |
| Number produced | 408 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Combat weight | 17.2 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 85 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 800 km ◉ |
| Length | 9.15 m ◉ |
| Width | 2.78 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.56 m ◉ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | Baudouin Diesel Model 6F11 SRX (current) |
| Main armament | 105 mm F2 BK MECA L/47 medium-pressure gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 × 7.62 mm NF1 coaxial machine gun |
| Combat weight | 19.5 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 90 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 800 km ◉ |
| Length | 7.74 m ◉ |
| Width | 2.98 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.84 m ◉ |
| Crew | 4 |
| Engine | Diesel Engine with 435 hp |
| Main armament | 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 MG3 7.62mm coaxial machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AMX-10 RC or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 is faster with a maximum road speed of 90 km/h compared to the AMX-10 RC's 85 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the AMX-10 RC or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 has a longer operational range at 800 km compared to the AMX-10 RC's 800 km.
Which is heavier, the AMX-10 RC or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 is heavier at 19.5 tons combat weight compared to the AMX-10 RC's 17.2 tons.
Which is larger, the AMX-10 RC or Luchs 2?
The AMX-10 RC is longer at 9.15 meters compared to the Luchs 2's 7.74 meters.
How many crew members do the AMX-10 RC and Luchs 2 require?
Both the AMX-10 RC and Luchs 2 require a crew of 4.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AMX-10 RC or Luchs 2?
The AMX-10 RC has been produced in greater numbers with 464 units compared to 408 units of the Luchs 2.
What are the main armaments of the AMX-10 RC and Luchs 2?
The AMX-10 RC is armed with 105 mm F2 BK MECA L/47 medium-pressure gun while the Luchs 2 carries 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun as its main armament.