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AQM-34 Lightning Bug vs IAI Scout

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Specifications
AQM-34 Lightning Bug IAI Scout
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Ryan IAI
First flight 1 January 1962 --
Year introduced 1962 1981
Number produced N/A N/A
Average unit price $160K --
Wingspan 4.0 m 5.0 m
Height -- m 0.9 m
Length 8.8 m 3.7 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 176 km/h
Operational range 1,900 km -- km
Service ceiling 20,000 m 4,600 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 159 kg
Empty weight -- kg 96 kg
Total thrust 1 x 871 kgf 1 x 16 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or IAI Scout?
The IAI Scout is faster with a maximum speed of 176 km/h compared to the AQM-34 Lightning Bug's 0 km/h, a difference of 176 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or IAI Scout?
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug has a longer range at 1,900 km compared to the IAI Scout's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or IAI Scout?
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug has a higher service ceiling at 20,000 meters (65,616 ft) compared to the IAI Scout's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or IAI Scout?
The IAI Scout has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 159 kg compared to the AQM-34 Lightning Bug's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or IAI Scout?
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug is longer at 8.8 meters compared to the IAI Scout's 3.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or IAI Scout?
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug entered service first in 1962, 19 years before the IAI Scout which entered service in 1981.