Bayraktar TB2 vs Hermes 900

Turkish armed drone, highly notable for its pivotal role in conflicts such as Nagorno-Karabakh, Syria, and Libya.
Picture of Bayraktar TB2
Origin country 🇹🇷 Turkey
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Baykar
First flight 1 August 2014
Year introduced 2014
Number produced 600 units
Average unit price $5 million
Israeli larger MALE drone, widely used around the world for reconnaissance.
Picture of Hermes 900
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Elbit
First flight 9 December 2009
Year introduced 2012
Number produced 200 units
Average unit price $6.8 million
Wingspan 12.0 m â—‰
Length 6.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 222 km/h â—‰
Operational range 300 km
Service ceiling 8,239 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,200 kg â—‰
Empty weight 650 kg â—‰
Total thrust 0 â—‰
Profile drawing of Baykar Bayraktar TB2
Wingspan 15.0 m â—‰
Length 8.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 220 km/h â—‰
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 9,100 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,400 kg â—‰
Empty weight 950 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 160 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Elbit Hermes 900

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Bayraktar TB2 or Hermes 900?
The Bayraktar TB2 is faster with a maximum speed of 222 km/h compared to the Hermes 900's 220 km/h, a difference of 2 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bayraktar TB2 or Hermes 900?
The Bayraktar TB2 has a longer range at 300 km compared to the Hermes 900's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bayraktar TB2 or Hermes 900?
The Hermes 900 has a higher service ceiling at 9,100 meters (29,855 ft) compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 8,239 meters (27,030 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bayraktar TB2 or Hermes 900?
The Hermes 900 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,400 kg compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 1,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Bayraktar TB2 or Hermes 900?
The Hermes 900 is longer at 8.3 meters compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 6.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bayraktar TB2 or Hermes 900?
The Hermes 900 is more expensive at approximately $6.8 million per unit compared to the Bayraktar TB2 at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Bayraktar TB2 or Hermes 900?
The Hermes 900 entered service first in 2012, 2 years before the Bayraktar TB2 which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bayraktar TB2 or Hermes 900?
The Bayraktar TB2 has been produced in greater numbers with 600 units compared to 200 units of the Hermes 900.