Patria AMV vs VBCI
| Finnish APC, introduced in 2004, features modular design adaptable for various combat roles. | |
| Origin country | 🇫🇮 Finland |
| Category | Armored Personnel Carrier |
| Type | Armoured personnel carrier |
| Manufacturer | Patria |
| Number produced | -- units |
| Estimated unit price | $5 million |
| French IFV, entering service in 2008, has been manufactured in 640 units by Nexter. | |
| 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 | 32.0 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km â—‰ |
| Length | 7.70 m â—‰ |
| Width | 2.80 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.30 m â—‰ |
| Crew | 2–3 (commander, driver, optional gunner) |
| Engine | DI 12 Scania Diesel or DC 12 Scania Diesel or DC 13 Scania Diesel |
| Main armament | Up to 105 mm gun or twin 120 mm mortars in turret |
| Secondary weapon | Protector RWS |
| 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 Patria AMV or VBCI?
The VBCI is faster with a maximum road speed of 100 km/h compared to the Patria AMV's 100 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the Patria AMV or VBCI?
The Patria AMV has a longer operational range at 1,000 km compared to the VBCI's 750 km.
Which is heavier, the Patria AMV or VBCI?
The VBCI is heavier at 32.0 tons combat weight compared to the Patria AMV's 32.0 tons.
Which is larger, the Patria AMV or VBCI?
The Patria AMV is longer at 7.70 meters compared to the VBCI's 7.60 meters.
How many crew members do the Patria AMV and VBCI require?
The Patria AMV requires a larger crew of 2–3 (commander, driver, optional gunner) compared to the VBCI's 2 + 9-man combat group crew members.
Which is more expensive, the Patria AMV or VBCI?
The Patria AMV is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the VBCI at $4.8 million.
What are the main armaments of the Patria AMV and VBCI?
The Patria AMV is armed with Up to 105 mm gun or twin 120 mm mortars in turret while the VBCI carries 40mm CTA 40CT autocannon as its main armament.