Albatross vs RQ-11 Raven
Overview
The Albatross and the RQ-11 Raven are both Military Drones, manufactured by NCSIST and AeroVironment respectively.
The Albatross has an operational range of 180 km vs 10 km for the RQ-11 Raven. The RQ-11 Raven operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 4,000 m for the Albatross. At 317 kg MTOW, the Albatross is 158:1 the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
The Albatross has been produced in 32 units vs 19,000 for the RQ-11 Raven.
| 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 | -- |
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, renowned for extensive service since 1990s, widely deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AeroVironment |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 19000 units |
| Average unit price | $170K |
| 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 |
| Wingspan | 1.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 0.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 95 km/h |
| Operational range | 10 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1.9 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Albatross or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 95 km/h compared to the Albatross's 0 km/h, a difference of 95 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Albatross or RQ-11 Raven?
The Albatross has a longer range at 180 km compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the Albatross or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the Albatross's 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).
Which is heavier, the Albatross or RQ-11 Raven?
The Albatross has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 317 kg compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
Which is larger, the Albatross or RQ-11 Raven?
The Albatross is longer at 5.3 meters compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 0.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Albatross or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven entered service first in 2003, 11 years before the Albatross which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Albatross or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 19,000 units compared to 32 units of the Albatross.