BRDM-2 vs M1117 ASV
The BRDM-2 and the M1117 ASV are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Gorky Automobile Plant (GAZ) and Textron respectively. The BRDM-2 weighs 6.9 tons vs 13.4 tons for the M1117 ASV. Top speed is 100 km/h for the BRDM-2 vs 100 km/h for the M1117 ASV. Operational range is 1,500 km for the BRDM-2 vs 700 km for the M1117 ASV. The BRDM-2 is armed with a 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun, while the M1117 ASV carries a Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher. The BRDM-2 has been produced in 7,200 units vs 2,058 for the M1117 ASV. The BRDM-2 entered service 37 years before the M1117 ASV (1962 vs 1999).
| The BRDM-2 is a Soviet amphibious reconnaissance vehicle introduced in 1962 that features four retractable belly wheels to assist with crossing trenches. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Amphibious armoured scout car |
| Manufacturer | Gorky Automobile Plant (GAZ) |
| Number produced | 7,200 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| The United States M1117, introduced in 1999, is a 4x4 armored security vehicle used for convoy protection, featuring a V-shaped hull to deflect landmine blasts. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Light Armoured Vehicle |
| Type | Armored Security Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Textron |
| Number produced | 2,058 units |
| Estimated unit price | $0.8 million |
| Combat weight | 6.9 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,500 km â—‰ |
| Length | 6.29 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.43 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.43 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 (commander, driver, gunner) |
| Engine | GAZ-41 5.53L V8 petrol, 140 hp |
| Main armament | 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun |
| Secondary weapon | 7.62 mm PKT coaxial machine gun |
| Combat weight | 13.4 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 700 km â—‰ |
| Length | 6.10 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.38 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.64 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | Cummins 6CTA8.3 260 hp diesel |
| Main armament | Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher |
| Secondary weapon | M2HB .50 cal machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the BRDM-2 or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the BRDM-2's 100 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the BRDM-2 or M1117 ASV?
The BRDM-2 has a longer operational range at 1,500 km compared to the M1117 ASV's 700 km.
Which is heavier, the BRDM-2 or M1117 ASV?
The M1117 ASV is heavier at 13.4 tons combat weight compared to the BRDM-2's 6.9 tons.
Which is larger, the BRDM-2 or M1117 ASV?
The BRDM-2 is longer at 6.29 meters compared to the M1117 ASV's 6.10 meters.
How many crew members do the BRDM-2 and M1117 ASV require?
The BRDM-2 requires a larger crew of 3 (commander, driver, gunner) compared to the M1117 ASV's 3 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BRDM-2 or M1117 ASV?
The BRDM-2 has been produced in greater numbers with 7,200 units compared to 2,058 units of the M1117 ASV.
What are the main armaments of the BRDM-2 and M1117 ASV?
The BRDM-2 is armed with 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun while the M1117 ASV carries Mk 19 40mm grenade launcher as its main armament.