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Aarok vs IAI Heron

Aarok vs IAI Heron at a glance — top speed 463 vs 207 km/h, range 7,500 vs 1,000 km, max takeoff weight 5,400 vs 1,270 kg.

Turgis & Gaillard Aarok military drones side profile drawing
🇫🇷 Aarok
IAI Heron military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇱 IAI Heron
Specifications
Aarok IAI Heron
Origin country 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Turgis & Gaillard IAI
First flight 1 January 2023 1 January 1994
Year introduced -- 2005
Number produced 1 units N/A
Average unit price $7.5 million $9.5 million
Wingspan 22.0 m 16.6 m
Length 14.0 m 8.5 m
Maximum speed 463 km/h 207 km/h
Operational range 7,500 km 1,000 km
Service ceiling 9,000 m 10,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 5,400 kg 1,270 kg
Empty weight 2,500 kg -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 560 kW --
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Aarok or IAI Heron?
The Aarok is faster with a maximum speed of 463 km/h compared to the IAI Heron's 207 km/h, a difference of 256 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Aarok or IAI Heron?
The Aarok has a longer range at 7,500 km compared to the IAI Heron's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Aarok or IAI Heron?
The IAI Heron has a higher service ceiling at 10,000 meters (32,808 ft) compared to the Aarok's 9,000 meters (29,527 ft).
Which is heavier, the Aarok or IAI Heron?
The Aarok has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,400 kg compared to the IAI Heron's 1,270 kg.
Which is larger, the Aarok or IAI Heron?
The Aarok is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the IAI Heron's 8.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Aarok or IAI Heron?
The IAI Heron is more expensive at approximately $9.5 million per unit compared to the Aarok at $7.5 million.