CH-3 Rainbow vs CH-4 Rainbow

Overview

The CH-3 Rainbow and the CH-4 Rainbow are both Military Drones, manufactured by CASC and CASC respectively.

The CH-3 Rainbow first flew 3 years before the CH-4 Rainbow (2007 vs 2010).

Chinese unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, used for reconnaissance and precision strike operations.
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer CASC
First flight 1 January 2007
Year introduced --
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Chinese unmanned combat aerial vehicle, significant for deployments in Iraq and Saudi Arabia, utilized extensively for surveillance and strike missions.
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer CASC
First flight 1 January 2010
Year introduced 2011
Number produced N/A
Average unit price $2 million
Wingspan -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight -- kg
Wingspan 18.0 m
Length 8.5 m
Maximum speed 435 km/h
Operational range 250 km
Service ceiling 7,620 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,330 kg
Empty weight 1,600 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the CH-3 Rainbow or CH-4 Rainbow?
The CH-4 Rainbow is faster with a maximum speed of 435 km/h compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 km/h, a difference of 435 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CH-3 Rainbow or CH-4 Rainbow?
The CH-4 Rainbow has a longer range at 250 km compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-3 Rainbow or CH-4 Rainbow?
The CH-4 Rainbow has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the CH-3 Rainbow or CH-4 Rainbow?
The CH-4 Rainbow has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,330 kg compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the CH-3 Rainbow or CH-4 Rainbow?
The CH-4 Rainbow is longer at 8.5 meters compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0.0 meters.