Fennek vs Luchs 2

Overview

The Fennek and the Luchs 2 are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Krauss-Maffei Wegmann and Henschel Wehrteknik GmbH respectively.

The Fennek weighs 10.4 tons vs 19.5 tons for the Luchs 2. Top speed is 115 km/h for the Fennek vs 90 km/h for the Luchs 2. Operational range is 860 km for the Fennek vs 800 km for the Luchs 2. The Fennek is armed with a HK GMG 40 mm grenade autocannon, while the Luchs 2 carries a 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun.

The Fennek has been produced in 632 units vs 408 for the Luchs 2.

German scout car, with 632 units built, entered service in 2003 for reconnaissance duties.
Profile of Fennek
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany
Category Light Armoured Vehicle
Type Scout car
Manufacturer Krauss-Maffei Wegmann
Number produced 632 units
Estimated unit price $0.8 million
German reconnaissance vehicle, 408 units built, features eight-wheel drive for all-terrain mobility.
Profile of Luchs 2
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 10.4 tons
Maximum speed 115 km/h
Operational range 860 km
Length 5.58 m
Width 2.55 m
Height 2.29 m
Crew 3
Engine Deutz diesel 179 kW (239 hp)
Main armament HK GMG 40 mm grenade autocannon
Secondary weapon Rheinmetall MG3
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 Fennek or Luchs 2?
The Fennek is faster with a maximum road speed of 115 km/h compared to the Luchs 2's 90 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Fennek or Luchs 2?
The Fennek has a longer operational range at 860 km compared to the Luchs 2's 800 km.
Which is heavier, the Fennek or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 is heavier at 19.5 tons combat weight compared to the Fennek's 10.4 tons.
Which is larger, the Fennek or Luchs 2?
The Luchs 2 is longer at 7.74 meters compared to the Fennek's 5.58 meters.
How many crew members do the Fennek and Luchs 2 require?
The Luchs 2 requires a larger crew of 4 compared to the Fennek's 3 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Fennek or Luchs 2?
The Fennek has been produced in greater numbers with 632 units compared to 408 units of the Luchs 2.
What are the main armaments of the Fennek and Luchs 2?
The Fennek is armed with HK GMG 40 mm grenade autocannon while the Luchs 2 carries 1 Rheinmetall Mk 20 Rh 202 20mm gun as its main armament.