Aarok vs Bayraktar TB2

French armed MALE drone, still in prototype stage.
Origin country 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Turgis & Gaillard
First flight 1 January 2023
Year introduced --
Number produced 1 units
Average unit price $7.5 million
Turkish armed drone, highly notable for its pivotal role in conflicts such as Nagorno-Karabakh, Syria, and Libya.
Picture of Bayraktar TB2
Origin country 🇹🇷 Turkey
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Baykar
First flight 1 August 2014
Year introduced 2014
Number produced 600 units
Average unit price $5 million
Wingspan 22.0 m â—‰
Length 14.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 463 km/h â—‰
Operational range 7,500 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,400 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,500 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 560 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Turgis & Gaillard Aarok
Wingspan 12.0 m â—‰
Length 6.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 222 km/h â—‰
Operational range 300 km â—‰
Service ceiling 8,239 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,200 kg â—‰
Empty weight 650 kg â—‰
Total thrust 0 â—‰
Profile drawing of Baykar Bayraktar TB2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Aarok or Bayraktar TB2?
The Aarok is faster with a maximum speed of 463 km/h compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 222 km/h, a difference of 241 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Aarok or Bayraktar TB2?
The Aarok has a longer range at 7,500 km compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 300 km.
Which can fly higher, the Aarok or Bayraktar TB2?
The Aarok has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 8,239 meters (27,030 ft).
Which is heavier, the Aarok or Bayraktar TB2?
The Aarok has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,400 kg compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 1,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Aarok or Bayraktar TB2?
The Aarok is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 6.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Aarok or Bayraktar TB2?
The Aarok is more expensive at approximately $7.5 million per unit compared to the Bayraktar TB2 at $5.0 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Aarok or Bayraktar TB2?
The Bayraktar TB2 has been produced in greater numbers with 600 units compared to 1 units of the Aarok.