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M2 Bradley vs ZBL-08

M2 Bradley vs ZBL-08 at a glance — weight 22,940 vs 21,000 kg, top speed 66 vs 100 km/h, range 483 vs 800 km, crew 3 vs 3 crew, 7 troops.

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Specifications
M2 Bradley ZBL-08
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇳 China
Category Infantry Fighting Vehicle Infantry Fighting Vehicle
Type Infantry Fighting Vehicle Infantry fighting vehicle
Manufacturer FMC Norinco
Number produced 6,800 units -- units
Estimated unit price $4.4 million $-- million
Combat weight 22.9 tons 21.0 tons
Maximum speed 66 km/h 100 km/h
Operational range 483 km 800 km
Length 6.55 m 8.00 m
Width 3.60 m 3.00 m
Height 2.57 m 2.10 m
Crew 3 3 crew, 7 troops
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Armament & Powertrain
M2 Bradley ZBL-08
Main armament 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun ZPT-99 30 mm autocannon
Secondary weapon 1 TOW 2 double anti-tank launcher Type 86 7.62 mm coaxial machine gun
Engine Cummins VTA-903T V8 Turbo-Diesel Engine with 500 hp Deutz BF6M1015C water-cooled V6 diesel
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the M2 Bradley or ZBL-08?
The ZBL-08 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 ZBL-08?
The ZBL-08 has a longer operational range at 800 km compared to the M2 Bradley's 483 km.
Which is heavier, the M2 Bradley or ZBL-08?
The M2 Bradley is heavier at 22.9 tons combat weight compared to the ZBL-08's 21.0 tons.
Which is larger, the M2 Bradley or ZBL-08?
The ZBL-08 is longer at 8.00 meters compared to the M2 Bradley's 6.55 meters.
How many crew members do the M2 Bradley and ZBL-08 require?
Both the M2 Bradley and ZBL-08 require a crew of 3.
What are the main armaments of the M2 Bradley and ZBL-08?
The M2 Bradley is armed with 1 M242 Bushmaster 25mm gun while the ZBL-08 carries ZPT-99 30 mm autocannon as its main armament.