Aerosonde vs RQ-7 Shadow
Overview
The Aerosonde and the RQ-7 Shadow are both Military Drones, manufactured by Textron and AAI Corporation respectively.
The Aerosonde has an operational range of 150 km vs 109 km for the RQ-7 Shadow. The RQ-7 Shadow operates at altitudes up to 4,600 m compared to 4,000 m for the Aerosonde. At 170 kg MTOW, the RQ-7 Shadow is 13:1 the Aerosonde's 13 kg.
The RQ-7 Shadow first flew 7 years before the Aerosonde (1991 vs 1998).
| American small unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the late 20th century, utilized for meteorological data collection and military intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Textron |
| First flight | 1 January 1998 |
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American reconnaissance drone, integral to operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, recognized for its surveillance and target acquisition roles. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AAI Corporation |
| First flight | 1 January 1991 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 500 units |
| Average unit price | $750K |
| Wingspan | 2.9 m ◉ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 150 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 8 kg ◉ |
| Wingspan | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 3.4 m |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h |
| Operational range | 109 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 170 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 86 kg ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Aerosonde or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow is faster with a maximum speed of 200 km/h compared to the Aerosonde's 0 km/h, a difference of 200 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Aerosonde or RQ-7 Shadow?
The Aerosonde has a longer range at 150 km compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 109 km.
Which can fly higher, the Aerosonde or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 ft) compared to the Aerosonde's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Aerosonde or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 170 kg compared to the Aerosonde's 13 kg.
Which is larger, the Aerosonde or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow is longer at 3.4 meters compared to the Aerosonde's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Aerosonde or RQ-7 Shadow?
The Aerosonde entered service first in 1998, 4 years before the RQ-7 Shadow which entered service in 2002.