ASN-209 Silver Eagle vs Wing Loong I

Overview

The ASN-209 Silver Eagle and the Wing Loong I are both Military Drones, manufactured by ASN Technology and Chengdu respectively.

Top speed is 180 km/h for the ASN-209 Silver Eagle vs 280 km/h for the Wing Loong I. The ASN-209 Silver Eagle has an operational range of 200 km vs 4,000 km for the Wing Loong I. The ASN-209 Silver Eagle operates at altitudes up to 5,000 m compared to 5,000 m for the Wing Loong I. At 1,100 kg MTOW, the Wing Loong I is 3.4x the ASN-209 Silver Eagle's 320 kg.

The ASN-209 Silver Eagle has been produced in 12 units vs 60 for the Wing Loong I. The Wing Loong I first flew 2 years before the ASN-209 Silver Eagle (2009 vs 2011).

Chinese medium-altitude medium-endurance tactical unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, used for aerial reconnaissance, battlefield survey, and electronic warfare.
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer ASN Technology
First flight 1 June 2011
Year introduced 2011
Number produced 12 units
Average unit price --
Chinese medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, extensively utilized for surveillance and aerial reconnaissance missions.
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Chengdu
First flight 1 January 2009
Year introduced 2011
Number produced 60 units
Average unit price $1 million
Wingspan 7.5 m
Height 1.5 m
Length 4.3 m
Maximum speed 180 km/h
Operational range 200 km
Service ceiling 5,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 320 kg
Total thrust 0
Wingspan 14.0 m
Height 2.8 m
Length 9.1 m
Maximum speed 280 km/h
Operational range 4,000 km
Service ceiling 5,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,100 kg
Total thrust 1 x 75 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the ASN-209 Silver Eagle or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I is faster with a maximum speed of 280 km/h compared to the ASN-209 Silver Eagle's 180 km/h, a difference of 100 km/h.
Which has longer range, the ASN-209 Silver Eagle or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the ASN-209 Silver Eagle's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the ASN-209 Silver Eagle or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the ASN-209 Silver Eagle's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the ASN-209 Silver Eagle or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,100 kg compared to the ASN-209 Silver Eagle's 320 kg.
Which is larger, the ASN-209 Silver Eagle or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I is longer at 9.1 meters compared to the ASN-209 Silver Eagle's 4.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the ASN-209 Silver Eagle or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I entered service first in 2011, 0 years before the ASN-209 Silver Eagle which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the ASN-209 Silver Eagle or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has been produced in greater numbers with 60 units compared to 12 units of the ASN-209 Silver Eagle.