Aarok vs Hermes 900
| 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 |
| Israeli larger MALE drone, widely used around the world for reconnaissance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Elbit |
| First flight | 9 December 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2012 |
| Number produced | 200 units |
| Average unit price | $6.8 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—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 15.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 220 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,400 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 950 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 160 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Aarok or Hermes 900?
The Aarok is faster with a maximum speed of 463 km/h compared to the Hermes 900's 220 km/h, a difference of 243 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Aarok or Hermes 900?
The Aarok has a longer range at 7,500 km compared to the Hermes 900's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Aarok or Hermes 900?
The Hermes 900 has a higher service ceiling at 9,100 meters (29,855 ft) compared to the Aarok's 9,000 meters (29,527 ft).
Which is heavier, the Aarok or Hermes 900?
The Aarok has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,400 kg compared to the Hermes 900's 1,400 kg.
Which is larger, the Aarok or Hermes 900?
The Aarok is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the Hermes 900's 8.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Aarok or Hermes 900?
The Aarok is more expensive at approximately $7.5 million per unit compared to the Hermes 900 at $6.8 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Aarok or Hermes 900?
The Hermes 900 has been produced in greater numbers with 200 units compared to 1 units of the Aarok.