M2 Bradley vs VAB
Overview
The M2 Bradley and the VAB are both Armored Personnel Carriers, manufactured by FMC and GIAT Industries / Renault Trucks Defense respectively.
The M2 Bradley weighs 22.9 tons vs 13.8 tons for the VAB. Top speed is 66 km/h for the M2 Bradley vs 92 km/h for the VAB. Operational range is 483 km for the M2 Bradley vs 1,000 km for the VAB. The M2 Bradley is armed with a 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun, while the VAB carries a 1 7.62mm machine gun.
The M2 Bradley has been produced in 6,800 units vs 5,000 for the VAB.
| 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 |
| French 6x6 armored personnel carrier, with 5000 units built, manufactured by GIAT Industries and Renault Trucks Defense. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | 6x6 Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Manufacturer | GIAT Industries / Renault Trucks Defense |
| Number produced | 5,000 units |
| Estimated unit price | $-- million |
| Combat weight | 22.9 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 66 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 483 km ◉ |
| Length | 6.55 m ◉ |
| Width | 3.60 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.57 m ◉ |
| 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 | 13.8 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 92 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km ◉ |
| Length | 5.98 m ◉ |
| Width | 2.49 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.06 m ◉ |
| Crew | 2 |
| Engine | MAN 6-Cylinder Diesel Engines with 235 hp |
| Main armament | 1 7.62mm machine gun |
| Secondary weapon | -- |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M2 Bradley or VAB?
The VAB is faster with a maximum road speed of 92 km/h compared to the M2 Bradley's 66 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M2 Bradley or VAB?
The VAB has a longer operational range at 1,000 km compared to the M2 Bradley's 483 km.
Which is heavier, the M2 Bradley or VAB?
The M2 Bradley is heavier at 22.9 tons combat weight compared to the VAB's 13.8 tons.
Which is larger, the M2 Bradley or VAB?
The M2 Bradley is longer at 6.55 meters compared to the VAB's 5.98 meters.
How many crew members do the M2 Bradley and VAB require?
The M2 Bradley requires a larger crew of 3 compared to the VAB's 2 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M2 Bradley or VAB?
The M2 Bradley has been produced in greater numbers with 6,800 units compared to 5,000 units of the VAB.
What are the main armaments of the M2 Bradley and VAB?
The M2 Bradley is armed with 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun while the VAB carries 1 7.62mm machine gun as its main armament.