GlobalMilitary.net Open-source military intelligence Updated daily

Bayraktar TB3 vs X-47B

Bayraktar TB3 vs X-47B at a glance — top speed 300 vs 1,102 km/h, range 2,000 vs 3,900 km, max takeoff weight 1,450 vs 20,185 kg.

Northrop Grumman X-47B military drones side profile drawing
🇺🇸 X-47B
Specifications
Bayraktar TB3 X-47B
Origin country 🇹🇷 Turkey 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Baykar Northrop Grumman
First flight 27 October 2023 4 February 2011
Year introduced 2025 --
Number produced N/A 2 units
Average unit price -- $406.5 million
Wing area -- m² 88.6 m²
Wingspan 14.0 m 18.9 m
Height 2.6 m 3.1 m
Length 8.4 m 11.6 m
Maximum speed 300 km/h 1102 km/h
Operational range 2,000 km 3,900 km
Service ceiling -- m 12,800 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,450 kg 20,185 kg
Empty weight -- kg 13,080 kg
Performance Radar Chart
Change comparison vs

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Bayraktar TB3 or X-47B?
The X-47B is faster with a maximum speed of 1,102 km/h compared to the Bayraktar TB3's 300 km/h, a difference of 802 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bayraktar TB3 or X-47B?
The X-47B has a longer range at 3,900 km compared to the Bayraktar TB3's 2,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bayraktar TB3 or X-47B?
The X-47B has a higher service ceiling at 12,800 meters (41,994 ft) compared to the Bayraktar TB3's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bayraktar TB3 or X-47B?
The X-47B has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 20,185 kg compared to the Bayraktar TB3's 1,450 kg.
Which is larger, the Bayraktar TB3 or X-47B?
The X-47B is longer at 11.6 meters compared to the Bayraktar TB3's 8.3 meters.