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BZK-005 Giant Eagle vs RQ-4 Global Hawk

BZK-005 Giant Eagle vs RQ-4 Global Hawk at a glance — max takeoff weight 1,250 vs 14,628 kg, built 116 vs 40 units.

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Specifications
BZK-005 Giant Eagle RQ-4 Global Hawk
Origin country 🇨🇳 China 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Beihang Northrop Grumman
First flight -- 28 February 1998
Year introduced -- 2001
Number produced 116 units 40 units
Average unit price $12 million $131 million
Wingspan 19.0 m 39.9 m
Height -- m 4.7 m
Length 9.0 m 14.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 629 km/h
Operational range -- km 22,800 km
Service ceiling 8,000 m 18,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,250 kg 14,628 kg
Empty weight -- kg 6,781 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 3,447 kgf
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which can fly higher, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle's 8,000 meters (26,246 ft).
Which is heavier, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 14,628 kg compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle's 1,250 kg.
Which is larger, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk is longer at 14.5 meters compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle's 9.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk is more expensive at approximately $131 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 RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The BZK-005 Giant Eagle has been produced in greater numbers with 116 units compared to 40 units of the RQ-4 Global Hawk.