Bayraktar TB2 vs Orlan-10
The Bayraktar TB2 and the Orlan-10 are both Military Drones, manufactured by Baykar and Special Technology Center respectively. Top speed is 222 km/h for the Bayraktar TB2 vs 150 km/h for the Orlan-10. The Bayraktar TB2 has an operational range of 300 km vs 110 km for the Orlan-10. The Bayraktar TB2 operates at altitudes up to 8,239 m compared to 5,000 m for the Orlan-10. At 1,200 kg MTOW, the Bayraktar TB2 is 75:1 the Orlan-10's 16 kg. The Bayraktar TB2 has been produced in 600 units vs 1,000 for the Orlan-10. Unit cost is $5M for the Bayraktar TB2 vs $0.05M for the Orlan-10. The Orlan-10 first flew 3 years before the Bayraktar TB2 (2011 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 |
| Russian reconnaissance unarmed drone, extensively used in the 2022 Ukraine war. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Special Technology Center |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 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—‰ |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 2.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 110 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9 kg â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bayraktar TB2 or Orlan-10?
The Bayraktar TB2 is faster with a maximum speed of 222 km/h compared to the Orlan-10's 150 km/h, a difference of 72 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bayraktar TB2 or Orlan-10?
The Bayraktar TB2 has a longer range at 300 km compared to the Orlan-10's 110 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bayraktar TB2 or Orlan-10?
The Bayraktar TB2 has a higher service ceiling at 8,239 meters (27,030 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bayraktar TB2 or Orlan-10?
The Bayraktar TB2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,200 kg compared to the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
Which is larger, the Bayraktar TB2 or Orlan-10?
The Bayraktar TB2 is longer at 6.5 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bayraktar TB2 or Orlan-10?
The Bayraktar TB2 is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the Orlan-10 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Bayraktar TB2 or Orlan-10?
The Orlan-10 entered service first in 2011, 3 years before the Bayraktar TB2 which entered service in 2014.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bayraktar TB2 or Orlan-10?
The Orlan-10 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 600 units of the Bayraktar TB2.