Albatross vs Hermes 450

Overview

The Albatross and the Hermes 450 are both Military Drones, manufactured by NCSIST and Elbit respectively.

The Albatross has an operational range of 180 km vs 300 km for the Hermes 450. The Hermes 450 operates at altitudes up to 5,500 m compared to 4,000 m for the Albatross.

Taiwanese medium unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 2000s, deployed for military surveillance, reconnaissance, and civilian applications.
Origin country 🇹🇼 Taiwan
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer NCSIST
First flight --
Year introduced 2014
Number produced 32 units
Average unit price --
Israeli medium-size MALE drone for surveillance and reconnaissance.
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Elbit
First flight 1 January 1994
Year introduced 1998
Number produced N/A
Average unit price $2 million
Wingspan 8.6 m
Length 5.3 m
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 180 km
Service ceiling 4,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 317 kg
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 0
Wingspan 10.5 m
Length 6.1 m
Maximum speed 176 km/h
Operational range 300 km
Service ceiling 5,500 m
Max. takeoff weight 550 kg
Empty weight 450 kg
Total thrust 1 x 39 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Albatross or Hermes 450?
The Hermes 450 is faster with a maximum speed of 176 km/h compared to the Albatross's 0 km/h, a difference of 176 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Albatross or Hermes 450?
The Hermes 450 has a longer range at 300 km compared to the Albatross's 180 km.
Which can fly higher, the Albatross or Hermes 450?
The Hermes 450 has a higher service ceiling at 5,500 meters (18,044 ft) compared to the Albatross's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Albatross or Hermes 450?
The Hermes 450 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 550 kg compared to the Albatross's 317 kg.
Which is larger, the Albatross or Hermes 450?
The Hermes 450 is longer at 6.1 meters compared to the Albatross's 5.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Albatross or Hermes 450?
The Hermes 450 entered service first in 1998, 16 years before the Albatross which entered service in 2014.