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Cobra vs RG-31 Nyala

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Specifications
Cobra RG-31 Nyala
Origin country 🇹🇷 Turkey 🇿🇦 South Africa
Category Light Armoured Vehicle Light Armoured Vehicle
Type Infantry mobility vehicle with MRAP capabilities Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle
Manufacturer Otokar Land Systems OMC
Number produced 1,200 units 2,520 units
Estimated unit price $-- million $-- million
Combat weight 6.2 tons 7.3 tons
Maximum speed 115 km/h 100 km/h
Operational range 752 km 900 km
Length 5.23 m 6.40 m
Width 2.22 m 2.47 m
Height 2.10 m 2.63 m
Crew 1+8 5 to 10
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Armament & Powertrain
Cobra RG-31 Nyala
Engine 6.5 L, GM V8 diesel, water-cooled, turbocharged, 190 hp 300 hp

Overview

The Cobra and the RG-31 Nyala are both Light Armoured Vehicles, manufactured by Otokar and Land Systems OMC respectively.

The Cobra weighs 6.2 tons vs 7.3 tons for the RG-31 Nyala. Top speed is 115 km/h for the Cobra vs 100 km/h for the RG-31 Nyala. Operational range is 752 km for the Cobra vs 900 km for the RG-31 Nyala.

The Cobra has been produced in 1,200 units vs 2,520 for the RG-31 Nyala. The Cobra entered service 1 years before the RG-31 Nyala (1997 vs 1998).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Cobra or RG-31 Nyala?
The Cobra is faster with a maximum road speed of 115 km/h compared to the RG-31 Nyala's 100 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Cobra or RG-31 Nyala?
The RG-31 Nyala has a longer operational range at 900 km compared to the Cobra's 752 km.
Which is heavier, the Cobra or RG-31 Nyala?
The RG-31 Nyala is heavier at 7.3 tons combat weight compared to the Cobra's 6.2 tons.
Which is larger, the Cobra or RG-31 Nyala?
The RG-31 Nyala is longer at 6.40 meters compared to the Cobra's 5.23 meters.
How many crew members do the Cobra and RG-31 Nyala require?
The RG-31 Nyala requires a larger crew of 5 to 10 compared to the Cobra's 1+8 crew members.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Cobra or RG-31 Nyala?
The RG-31 Nyala has been produced in greater numbers with 2,520 units compared to 1,200 units of the Cobra.