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CH-5 Rainbow vs Fotros

CH-5 Rainbow vs Fotros at a glance — range 2,000 vs 2,000 km.

Specifications
CH-5 Rainbow Fotros
Origin country 🇨🇳 China 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer CASC IAIO
First flight 1 August 2015 --
Year introduced 2015 2020
Number produced N/A 3 units
Average unit price $8 million --
Wingspan 21.0 m -- m
Maximum speed 480 km/h -- km/h
Operational range 2,000 km 2,000 km
Service ceiling 9,000 m 7,600 m
Max. takeoff weight 3,300 kg -- kg
Empty weight 2,225 kg -- kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the CH-5 Rainbow or Fotros?
Both the CH-5 Rainbow and Fotros have a range of 2,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-5 Rainbow or Fotros?
The CH-5 Rainbow has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the Fotros's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which entered service first, the CH-5 Rainbow or Fotros?
The CH-5 Rainbow entered service first in 2015, 5 years before the Fotros which entered service in 2020.