CH-3 Rainbow vs CH-5 Rainbow
Overview
The CH-3 Rainbow and the CH-5 Rainbow are both Military Drones, manufactured by CASC and CASC respectively.
The CH-3 Rainbow first flew 8 years before the CH-5 Rainbow (2007 vs 2015).
| 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 combat drone extensively deployed for surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | CASC |
| First flight | 1 August 2015 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Wingspan | 21.0 m |
| Maximum speed | 480 km/h |
| Operational range | 2,000 km |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,300 kg |
| Empty weight | 2,225 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CH-3 Rainbow or CH-5 Rainbow?
The CH-5 Rainbow is faster with a maximum speed of 480 km/h compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 km/h, a difference of 480 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CH-3 Rainbow or CH-5 Rainbow?
The CH-5 Rainbow has a longer range at 2,000 km compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-3 Rainbow or CH-5 Rainbow?
The CH-5 Rainbow has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the CH-3 Rainbow or CH-5 Rainbow?
The CH-5 Rainbow has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,300 kg compared to the CH-3 Rainbow's 0 kg.