CH-5 Rainbow vs Eitan (Heron TP)
Overview
The CH-5 Rainbow and the Eitan (Heron TP) are both Military Drones, manufactured by CASC and IAI respectively.
Top speed is 480 km/h for the CH-5 Rainbow vs 407 km/h for the Eitan (Heron TP). The CH-5 Rainbow has an operational range of 2,000 km vs 7,400 km for the Eitan (Heron TP). The Eitan (Heron TP) operates at altitudes up to 12,500 m compared to 9,000 m for the CH-5 Rainbow.
The Eitan (Heron TP) first flew 11 years before the CH-5 Rainbow (2004 vs 2015).
| 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 |
| Israeli large unmanned combat aerial vehicle, deployed from 2010, known for surveillance, reconnaissance, and combat roles globally. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 1 January 2004 |
| Year introduced | 2010 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 21.0 m ◉ |
| Length | -- 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 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 26.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 14.0 m |
| Maximum speed | 407 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 7,400 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,670 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 4,650 kg ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CH-5 Rainbow or Eitan (Heron TP)?
The CH-5 Rainbow is faster with a maximum speed of 480 km/h compared to the Eitan (Heron TP)'s 407 km/h, a difference of 73 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CH-5 Rainbow or Eitan (Heron TP)?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a longer range at 7,400 km compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 2,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-5 Rainbow or Eitan (Heron TP)?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 9,000 meters (29,527 ft).
Which is heavier, the CH-5 Rainbow or Eitan (Heron TP)?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 3,300 kg.
Which is larger, the CH-5 Rainbow or Eitan (Heron TP)?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the CH-5 Rainbow or Eitan (Heron TP)?
The Eitan (Heron TP) entered service first in 2010, 5 years before the CH-5 Rainbow which entered service in 2015.