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BZK-005 Giant Eagle vs MQ-9 Reaper

BZK-005 Giant Eagle vs MQ-9 Reaper at a glance — max takeoff weight 1,250 vs 4,760 kg, built 116 vs 300 units.

Specifications
BZK-005 Giant Eagle MQ-9 Reaper
Origin country 🇨🇳 China 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Beihang General Atomics
First flight -- 1 February 2001
Year introduced -- 2007
Number produced 116 units 300 units
Average unit price $12 million $30 million
Wingspan 19.0 m 20.0 m
Length 9.0 m 11.0 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 300 km/h
Operational range -- km 1,850 km
Service ceiling 8,000 m 15,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,250 kg 4,760 kg
Empty weight -- kg 2,223 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which can fly higher, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle's 8,000 meters (26,246 ft).
Which is heavier, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle's 1,250 kg.
Which is larger, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle's 9.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle at $12 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has been produced in greater numbers with 300 units compared to 116 units of the BZK-005 Giant Eagle.