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BZK-005 Giant Eagle vs CH-4 Rainbow

BZK-005 Giant Eagle vs CH-4 Rainbow at a glance — max takeoff weight 1,250 vs 1,330 kg.

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Specifications
BZK-005 Giant Eagle CH-4 Rainbow
Origin country 🇨🇳 China 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Beihang CASC
First flight -- 1 January 2010
Year introduced -- 2011
Number produced 116 units N/A
Average unit price $12 million $2 million
Wingspan 19.0 m 18.0 m
Length 9.0 m 8.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 435 km/h
Operational range -- km 250 km
Service ceiling 8,000 m 7,620 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,250 kg 1,330 kg
Empty weight -- kg 1,600 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or CH-4 Rainbow?
The CH-4 Rainbow is faster with a maximum speed of 435 km/h compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle's 0 km/h, a difference of 435 km/h.
Which has longer range, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or CH-4 Rainbow?
The CH-4 Rainbow has a longer range at 250 km compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or CH-4 Rainbow?
The BZK-005 Giant Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 8,000 meters (26,246 ft) compared to the CH-4 Rainbow's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or CH-4 Rainbow?
The CH-4 Rainbow has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,330 kg compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle's 1,250 kg.
Which is larger, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or CH-4 Rainbow?
The BZK-005 Giant Eagle is longer at 9.0 meters compared to the CH-4 Rainbow's 8.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or CH-4 Rainbow?
The BZK-005 Giant Eagle is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the CH-4 Rainbow at $2.0 million.