AQM-34 Lightning Bug vs Tu-123 Yastreb
Overview
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug and the Tu-123 Yastreb are both Military Drones, manufactured by Ryan and Tupolev respectively.
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug has an operational range of 1,900 km vs 3,200 km for the Tu-123 Yastreb. The Tu-123 Yastreb operates at altitudes up to 22,800 m compared to 20,000 m for the AQM-34 Lightning Bug.
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug first flew 1 years before the Tu-123 Yastreb (1962 vs 1963).
| American jet-powered reconnaissance drone, developed in the early 1960s, extensively deployed during the Vietnam War for photographic and electronic intelligence gathering. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Ryan |
| First flight | 1 January 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $160K |
| Soviet long-range high-altitude supersonic strategic unmanned reconnaissance drone, introduced in the mid-1960s and used for intelligence gathering over Europe. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 1 December 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1964 |
| Number produced | 52 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 4.0 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 8.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 1,900 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 20,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 871 kgf ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.8 m |
| Length | 27.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2700 km/h |
| Operational range | 3,200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 22,800 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 35,610 kg |
| Empty weight | 11,450 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 98 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or Tu-123 Yastreb?
The Tu-123 Yastreb is faster with a maximum speed of 2,700 km/h compared to the AQM-34 Lightning Bug's 0 km/h, a difference of 2,700 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or Tu-123 Yastreb?
The Tu-123 Yastreb has a longer range at 3,200 km compared to the AQM-34 Lightning Bug's 1,900 km.
Which can fly higher, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or Tu-123 Yastreb?
The Tu-123 Yastreb has a higher service ceiling at 22,800 meters (74,803 ft) compared to the AQM-34 Lightning Bug's 20,000 meters (65,616 ft).
Which is heavier, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or Tu-123 Yastreb?
The Tu-123 Yastreb has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 35,610 kg compared to the AQM-34 Lightning Bug's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or Tu-123 Yastreb?
The Tu-123 Yastreb is longer at 27.8 meters compared to the AQM-34 Lightning Bug's 8.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the AQM-34 Lightning Bug or Tu-123 Yastreb?
The AQM-34 Lightning Bug entered service first in 1962, 2 years before the Tu-123 Yastreb which entered service in 1964.