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Black Hornet vs RQ-180

Black Hornet vs RQ-180 at a glance — range 1 vs 22,000 km.

Specifications
Black Hornet RQ-180
Origin country 🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Teledyne FLIR Northrop Grumman
First flight -- 3 August 2010
Year introduced -- --
Number produced 12000 units N/A
Average unit price $195K --
Wingspan -- m 40.0 m
Length 0.2 m -- m
Maximum speed 21 km/h -- km/h
Operational range 1 km 22,000 km
Service ceiling -- m 18,000 m
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Black Hornet or RQ-180?
The Black Hornet is faster with a maximum speed of 21 km/h compared to the RQ-180's 0 km/h, a difference of 21 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Black Hornet or RQ-180?
The RQ-180 has a longer range at 22,000 km compared to the Black Hornet's 1 km.
Which can fly higher, the Black Hornet or RQ-180?
The RQ-180 has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Black Hornet's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is larger, the Black Hornet or RQ-180?
The Black Hornet is longer at 0.2 meters compared to the RQ-180's 0.0 meters.