M2 Bradley vs ZBD-04
Overview
The M2 Bradley and the ZBD-04 are both Armored Personnel Carriers, manufactured by FMC and Norinco respectively.
The M2 Bradley weighs 22.9 tons vs 20.0 tons for the ZBD-04. Top speed is 66 km/h for the M2 Bradley vs 75 km/h for the ZBD-04. Operational range is 483 km for the M2 Bradley vs 500 km for the ZBD-04. The M2 Bradley is armed with a 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun, while the ZBD-04 carries a 100 mm rifled gun.
The M2 Bradley has been produced in 6,800 units vs 3,075 for the ZBD-04.
| 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 |
| Chinese IFV, entering service in 1999, manufactured by Norinco with over 3000 built. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Infantry fighting vehicle |
| Manufacturer | Norinco |
| Number produced | 3,075 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 | 20.0 tons ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 75 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 500 km ◉ |
| Length | 7.20 m ◉ |
| Width | 3.20 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.50 m ◉ |
| Crew | 3 (commander, driver, gunner) |
| Engine | Type 6V150 diesel 670 horsepower (500 kW) |
| Main armament | 100 mm rifled gun |
| Secondary weapon | 30 mm autocannon |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M2 Bradley or ZBD-04?
The ZBD-04 is faster with a maximum road speed of 75 km/h compared to the M2 Bradley's 66 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M2 Bradley or ZBD-04?
The ZBD-04 has a longer operational range at 500 km compared to the M2 Bradley's 483 km.
Which is heavier, the M2 Bradley or ZBD-04?
The M2 Bradley is heavier at 22.9 tons combat weight compared to the ZBD-04's 20.0 tons.
Which is larger, the M2 Bradley or ZBD-04?
The ZBD-04 is longer at 7.20 meters compared to the M2 Bradley's 6.55 meters.
How many crew members do the M2 Bradley and ZBD-04 require?
The ZBD-04 requires a larger crew of 3 (commander, driver, gunner) compared to the M2 Bradley's 3 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the M2 Bradley or ZBD-04?
The M2 Bradley has been produced in greater numbers with 6,800 units compared to 3,075 units of the ZBD-04.
What are the main armaments of the M2 Bradley and ZBD-04?
The M2 Bradley is armed with 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun while the ZBD-04 carries 100 mm rifled gun as its main armament.