Bayraktar TB2 vs MQ-20 Avenger
Overview
The Bayraktar TB2 and the MQ-20 Avenger are both Military Drones, manufactured by Baykar and General Atomics respectively.
The MQ-20 Avenger reaches 740 km/h — 3.3x the Bayraktar TB2's 222 km/h. The Bayraktar TB2 has an operational range of 300 km vs 2,900 km for the MQ-20 Avenger. The MQ-20 Avenger operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 8,239 m for the Bayraktar TB2. At 8,255 kg MTOW, the MQ-20 Avenger is 6.9x the Bayraktar TB2's 1,200 kg.
The Bayraktar TB2 has been produced in 600 units vs 9 for the MQ-20 Avenger. The MQ-20 Avenger first flew 5 years before the Bayraktar TB2 (2009 vs 2014).
| Turkish armed drone, highly notable for its pivotal role in conflicts such as Nagorno-Karabakh, Syria, and Libya. | |
| 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 |
| American jet-powered unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, designed for stealthy reconnaissance and strike missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 4 April 2009 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 9 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 12.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 6.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 222 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 300 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,239 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,200 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 650 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 740 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,900 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,255 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 17 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger is faster with a maximum speed of 740 km/h compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 222 km/h, a difference of 518 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a longer range at 2,900 km compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 300 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 8,239 meters (27,030 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,255 kg compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 1,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 6.5 meters.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-20 Avenger?
The Bayraktar TB2 has been produced in greater numbers with 600 units compared to 9 units of the MQ-20 Avenger.