CH-5 Rainbow vs WZ-7 Soaring Dragon
The CH-5 Rainbow and the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon are both Military Drones, manufactured by CASC and Guizhou respectively. Top speed is 480 km/h for the CH-5 Rainbow vs 750 km/h for the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon. The CH-5 Rainbow has an operational range of 2,000 km vs 7,000 km for the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon. The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 9,000 m for the CH-5 Rainbow.
| 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 |
| Chinese high-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, primarily used for aerial reconnaissance and maritime targeting. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Guizhou |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 2018 |
| Number produced | 20 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 21.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 480 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,300 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 24.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.4 m |
| Length | 14.3 m |
| Maximum speed | 750 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 7,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 43 kN â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CH-5 Rainbow or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon is faster with a maximum speed of 750 km/h compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 480 km/h, a difference of 270 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CH-5 Rainbow or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon has a longer range at 7,000 km compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 2,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-5 Rainbow or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 9,000 meters (29,527 ft).
Which is heavier, the CH-5 Rainbow or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The CH-5 Rainbow has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,300 kg compared to the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the CH-5 Rainbow or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon is longer at 14.3 meters compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the CH-5 Rainbow or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The CH-5 Rainbow entered service first in 2015, 3 years before the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon which entered service in 2018.