Bayraktar TB2 vs MQ-9 Reaper
| Turkish armed drone, highly notable for its pivotal role in conflicts such as Nagorno-Karabakh, Syria, and Libya. | |
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| 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 unmanned aerial vehicle, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 1 February 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| Wingspan | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 6.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 222 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,239 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 650 kg â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,223 kg â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 222 km/h, a difference of 78 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 300 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 8,239 meters (27,030 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 1,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 6.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the Bayraktar TB2 at $5.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper entered service first in 2007, 7 years before the Bayraktar TB2 which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bayraktar TB2 or MQ-9 Reaper?
The Bayraktar TB2 has been produced in greater numbers with 600 units compared to 300 units of the MQ-9 Reaper.