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BQM-74 Chukar vs IAI Scout

BQM-74 Chukar vs IAI Scout at a glance — top speed 972 vs 176 km/h, max takeoff weight 249 vs 159 kg.

Northrop BQM-74 Chukar military drones side profile drawing
🇺🇸 BQM-74 Chukar
IAI Scout military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇱 IAI Scout
Specifications
BQM-74 Chukar IAI Scout
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Northrop IAI
First flight 1 January 1965 --
Year introduced 1968 1981
Number produced N/A N/A
Average unit price -- --
Wingspan 1.8 m 5.0 m
Height 0.7 m 0.9 m
Length 3.9 m 3.7 m
Maximum speed 972 km/h 176 km/h
Service ceiling 12,000 m 4,600 m
Max. takeoff weight 249 kg 159 kg
Empty weight 123 kg 96 kg
Total thrust 1 x 1 kN 1 x 16 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the BQM-74 Chukar or IAI Scout?
The BQM-74 Chukar is faster with a maximum speed of 972 km/h compared to the IAI Scout's 176 km/h, a difference of 796 km/h.
Which can fly higher, the BQM-74 Chukar or IAI Scout?
The BQM-74 Chukar has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the IAI Scout's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the BQM-74 Chukar or IAI Scout?
The BQM-74 Chukar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 249 kg compared to the IAI Scout's 159 kg.
Which is larger, the BQM-74 Chukar or IAI Scout?
The BQM-74 Chukar is longer at 3.9 meters compared to the IAI Scout's 3.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the BQM-74 Chukar or IAI Scout?
The BQM-74 Chukar entered service first in 1968, 13 years before the IAI Scout which entered service in 1981.