M2 Bradley vs VBCI
The M2 Bradley and the VBCI are both Armored Personnel Carriers, manufactured by FMC and Nexter Systems respectively. The M2 Bradley weighs 22.9 tons vs 32.0 tons for the VBCI. Top speed is 66 km/h for the M2 Bradley vs 100 km/h for the VBCI. Operational range is 483 km for the M2 Bradley vs 750 km for the VBCI. The M2 Bradley is armed with a 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun, while the VBCI carries a 40mm CTA 40CT autocannon. The M2 Bradley has been produced in 6,800 units vs 640 for the VBCI. Unit cost is $4.35M for the M2 Bradley vs $4.8M for the VBCI.
| 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 IFV, entering service in 2008, has been manufactured in 640 units by Nexter. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Infantry fighting vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Nexter Systems |
| Number produced | 640 units |
| Estimated unit price | $4.8 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 | 32.0 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 750 km â—‰ |
| Length | 7.60 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.98 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.00 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 2 + 9-man combat group |
| Engine | 600 hp Volvo D13 turbocharged diesel engine |
| Main armament | 40mm CTA 40CT autocannon |
| Secondary weapon | co-axial 7.62 mm machine gun |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M2 Bradley or VBCI?
The VBCI is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the M2 Bradley's 66 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M2 Bradley or VBCI?
The VBCI has a longer operational range at 750 km compared to the M2 Bradley's 483 km.
Which is heavier, the M2 Bradley or VBCI?
The VBCI is heavier at 32.0 tons combat weight compared to the M2 Bradley's 22.9 tons.
Which is larger, the M2 Bradley or VBCI?
The VBCI is longer at 7.60 meters compared to the M2 Bradley's 6.55 meters.
How many crew members do the M2 Bradley and VBCI require?
The M2 Bradley requires a larger crew of 3 compared to the VBCI's 2 + 9-man combat group crew members.
Which is more expensive, the M2 Bradley or VBCI?
The VBCI is more expensive at approximately $4.8 million per unit compared to the M2 Bradley at $4.3 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M2 Bradley or VBCI?
The M2 Bradley has been produced in greater numbers with 6,800 units compared to 640 units of the VBCI.
What are the main armaments of the M2 Bradley and VBCI?
The M2 Bradley is armed with 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun while the VBCI carries 40mm CTA 40CT autocannon as its main armament.