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Aarok vs Wing Loong II

Aarok vs Wing Loong II at a glance — top speed 463 vs 370 km/h, range 7,500 vs 1,000 km, max takeoff weight 5,400 vs 4,200 kg, built 1 vs 100 units.

Specifications
Aarok Wing Loong II
Origin country 🇫🇷 France 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Turgis & Gaillard Chengdu
First flight 1 January 2023 1 February 2017
Year introduced -- 2018
Number produced 1 units 100 units
Average unit price $7.5 million $2 million
Wingspan 22.0 m 20.5 m
Length 14.0 m 11.0 m
Maximum speed 463 km/h 370 km/h
Operational range 7,500 km 1,000 km
Service ceiling 9,000 m 9,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 5,400 kg 4,200 kg
Empty weight 2,500 kg 1,500 kg
Total thrust 1 x 560 kW --
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Aarok or Wing Loong II?
The Aarok is faster with a maximum speed of 463 km/h compared to the Wing Loong II's 370 km/h, a difference of 93 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Aarok or Wing Loong II?
The Aarok has a longer range at 7,500 km compared to the Wing Loong II's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Aarok or Wing Loong II?
Both the Aarok and Wing Loong II have a service ceiling of 9,000 meters (29,527 ft).
Which is heavier, the Aarok or Wing Loong II?
The Aarok has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,400 kg compared to the Wing Loong II's 4,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Aarok or Wing Loong II?
The Aarok is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the Wing Loong II's 11.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Aarok or Wing Loong II?
The Aarok is more expensive at approximately $7.5 million per unit compared to the Wing Loong II at $2.0 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Aarok or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II has been produced in greater numbers with 100 units compared to 1 units of the Aarok.