M2 Bradley vs MT-LB
The M2 Bradley and the MT-LB are both Armored Personnel Carriers, manufactured by FMC and Kharkov Tractor Plant respectively. The M2 Bradley weighs 22.9 tons vs 11.9 tons for the MT-LB. Top speed is 66 km/h for the M2 Bradley vs 61 km/h for the MT-LB. Operational range is 483 km for the M2 Bradley vs 500 km for the MT-LB. The M2 Bradley is armed with a 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun, while the MT-LB carries a 7.62mm PKT machine gun. The M2 Bradley has been produced in 6,800 units vs 10,000 for the MT-LB.
| American IFV, over 6,800 units manufactured by FMC, provides armored transport and fire support. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Infantry Fighting Vehicle |
| Manufacturer | FMC |
| Number produced | 6,800 units |
| Estimated unit price | $4.4 million |
| Introduced by the Soviet Union in 1970, the MT-LB is a tracked armored vehicle used as an artillery tractor and personnel carrier, featuring a low-profile amphibious hull. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Tracked Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Manufacturer | Kharkov Tractor Plant |
| Number produced | 10,000 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Combat weight | 22.9 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 66 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 483 km â—‰ |
| Length | 6.55 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.60 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.57 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | Cummins VTA-903T V8 Turbo-Diesel Engine with 500 hp |
| Main armament | 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun |
| Secondary weapon | 1 TOW 2 double anti-tank launcher |
| Combat weight | 11.9 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 61 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 500 km â—‰ |
| Length | 6.45 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.86 m â—‰ |
| Height | 1.86 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 2 + 11 passengers |
| Engine | YaMZ 238 V-8 diesel, 240 hp |
| Main armament | 7.62mm PKT machine gun |
| Secondary weapon | -- |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M2 Bradley or MT-LB?
The M2 Bradley is faster with a maximum road speed of 66 km/h compared to the MT-LB's 61 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M2 Bradley or MT-LB?
The MT-LB has a longer operational range at 500 km compared to the M2 Bradley's 483 km.
Which is heavier, the M2 Bradley or MT-LB?
The M2 Bradley is heavier at 22.9 tons combat weight compared to the MT-LB's 11.9 tons.
Which is larger, the M2 Bradley or MT-LB?
The M2 Bradley is longer at 6.55 meters compared to the MT-LB's 6.45 meters.
How many crew members do the M2 Bradley and MT-LB require?
The M2 Bradley requires a larger crew of 3 compared to the MT-LB's 2 + 11 passengers crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M2 Bradley or MT-LB?
The MT-LB has been produced in greater numbers with 10,000 units compared to 6,800 units of the M2 Bradley.
What are the main armaments of the M2 Bradley and MT-LB?
The M2 Bradley is armed with 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun while the MT-LB carries 7.62mm PKT machine gun as its main armament.