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NCSIST Albatross vs CH-3 Rainbow

Specifications
NCSIST Albatross CH-3 Rainbow
Origin country 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer NCSIST CASC
First flight -- 1 January 2007
Year introduced 2014 --
Number produced 32 units N/A
Average unit price $2 million $1 million
Wingspan 8.6 m -- m
Length 5.3 m -- m
Operational range 180 km -- km
Service ceiling 4,000 m -- m
Max. takeoff weight 317 kg -- kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the NCSIST Albatross or CH-3 Rainbow?
The NCSIST Albatross has a longer range at 180 km compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the NCSIST Albatross or CH-3 Rainbow?
The NCSIST Albatross has a higher service ceiling at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft) compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the NCSIST Albatross or CH-3 Rainbow?
The NCSIST Albatross has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 317 kg compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the NCSIST Albatross or CH-3 Rainbow?
The NCSIST Albatross is longer at 5.3 meters compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the NCSIST Albatross or CH-3 Rainbow?
The NCSIST Albatross is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the CH-3 Rainbow at $1.0 million.