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Eitan (Heron TP) vs MQ-20 Avenger

Eitan (Heron TP) vs MQ-20 Avenger at a glance — top speed 407 vs 740 km/h, range 7,400 vs 2,900 km, max takeoff weight 5,670 vs 8,255 kg.

Specifications
Eitan (Heron TP) MQ-20 Avenger
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI General Atomics
First flight 1 January 2004 4 April 2009
Year introduced 2010 --
Number produced N/A 9 units
Average unit price $40 million --
Wingspan 26.0 m 20.0 m
Length 14.0 m 13.0 m
Maximum speed 407 km/h 740 km/h
Operational range 7,400 km 2,900 km
Service ceiling 12,500 m 15,240 m
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg 8,255 kg
Empty weight 4,650 kg -- kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 17 kN
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Eitan (Heron TP) or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger is faster with a maximum speed of 740 km/h compared to the Eitan (Heron TP)'s 407 km/h, a difference of 333 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Eitan (Heron TP) or MQ-20 Avenger?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a longer range at 7,400 km compared to the MQ-20 Avenger's 2,900 km.
Which can fly higher, the Eitan (Heron TP) or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Eitan (Heron TP)'s 12,500 meters (41,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the Eitan (Heron TP) or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,255 kg compared to the Eitan (Heron TP)'s 5,670 kg.
Which is larger, the Eitan (Heron TP) or MQ-20 Avenger?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the MQ-20 Avenger's 13.0 meters.