Kurganmashzavod BMP-2 vs Denel Aviation Casspir
Kurganmashzavod BMP-2 and Denel Aviation Casspir are both ifv / apc, compared here on public specifications. The Denel Aviation Casspir leads on range (850 vs 600 km). 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-2
Wins 3/6 |  Denel Aviation Casspir
Wins 3/6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Max speed (km/h) | 65 km/h | 90 km/h ✓ |
| Range (km) | 600 km | 850 km ✓ |
| Power-to-weight (hp/t) | 19.8 hp/t | N/A |
| Firepower | ||
| Caliber (mm) | 30 mm | 7.6 mm |
| Ammunition | 500 | N/A |
| Physical | ||
| Length (m) | 6.72 m | 6.9 m |
| Combat weight (kg) | 14,300 kg | 12,500 kg |
| Crew | 3 | 2 |
| Troop capacity | 7 | 12 ✓ |
| Propulsion | ||
| Engine power (hp) | 300 hp ✓ | 170 hp |
| Program | ||
| Units built | 20,000 ✓ | 2,400 |
| Operator countries | 30 ✓ | 15 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is faster, Kurganmashzavod BMP-2 and Denel Aviation Casspir? +
The Denel Aviation Casspir is the fastest of the 2 compared here, at 90 km/h.
Which has the longer range? +
The Denel Aviation Casspir has the longest range at 850 km.
Which has the higher troop capacity? +
The Denel Aviation Casspir has the higher troop capacity at 12.
Which has the higher engine power? +
The Kurganmashzavod BMP-2 has the higher engine power at 300 hp.
Which has the higher units built? +
The Kurganmashzavod BMP-2 has the higher units built at 20,000.
Which has the higher operator countries? +
The Kurganmashzavod BMP-2 has the higher operator countries at 30.
Is the Kurganmashzavod BMP-2 better than the Denel Aviation Casspir? +
On the public specs we track, Kurganmashzavod BMP-2 and Denel Aviation Casspir are closely matched, Kurganmashzavod BMP-2 leads on engine power, units built, operator countries, while Denel Aviation Casspir leads on max speed, range, troop capacity. 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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