Kurganmashzavod BMP-1 vs Denel Aviation Ratel
Kurganmashzavod BMP-1 and Denel Aviation Ratel are both ifv / apc, compared here on public specifications. The Denel Aviation Ratel leads on max speed (105 vs 65 km/h). Several Russia-origin figures here are manufacturer or state claims with limited independent verification, so treat this comparison as directional.
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Full spec sheet
 Kurganmashzavod BMP-1
Wins 4/6 |  Denel Aviation Ratel
Wins 2/6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Max speed (km/h) | 65 km/h | 105 km/h ✓ |
| Range (km) | 600 km | 860 km ✓ |
| Power-to-weight (hp/t) | 20.4 hp/t | N/A |
| Firepower | ||
| Caliber (mm) | 73 mm | 20 mm |
| Ammunition | 40 | N/A |
| Physical | ||
| Length (m) | 6.74 m | 7.21 m |
| Combat weight (kg) | 13,200 kg | 18,500 kg |
| Crew | 3 | 3 |
| Troop capacity | 8 ✓ | 7 |
| Propulsion | ||
| Engine power (hp) | 300 hp ✓ | 282 hp |
| Program | ||
| Units built | 20,000 ✓ | 1,380 |
| Operator countries | 50 ✓ | 3 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is faster, Kurganmashzavod BMP-1 and Denel Aviation Ratel? +
The Denel Aviation Ratel is the fastest of the 2 compared here, at 105 km/h.
Which has the longer range? +
The Denel Aviation Ratel has the longest range at 860 km.
Which has the higher troop capacity? +
The Kurganmashzavod BMP-1 has the higher troop capacity at 8.
Which has the higher engine power? +
The Kurganmashzavod BMP-1 has the higher engine power at 300 hp.
Which has the higher units built? +
The Kurganmashzavod BMP-1 has the higher units built at 20,000.
Which has the higher operator countries? +
The Kurganmashzavod BMP-1 has the higher operator countries at 50.
Is the Kurganmashzavod BMP-1 better than the Denel Aviation Ratel? +
On the public specs we track, the Kurganmashzavod BMP-1 leads on 4 of 6 headline metrics, see the full spec sheet for the metric-by-metric breakdown.
Where does this comparison data come from? +
Every figure in the table is sourced from public manufacturer pages, defense-ministry releases and reference publications, and is verifiable on each system's spec page. WeaponSpecs does not accept vendor placement.
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