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Eitan (Heron TP) vs Orlan-10

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Specifications
Eitan (Heron TP) Orlan-10
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI STC
First flight 1 January 2004 1 January 2011
Year introduced 2010 2011
Number produced N/A 1000 units
Average unit price -- $50K
Wingspan 26.0 m 3.1 m
Length 14.0 m 2.0 m
Maximum speed 407 km/h 150 km/h
Operational range 7,400 km 110 km
Service ceiling 12,500 m 5,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg 16 kg
Empty weight 4,650 kg 9 kg
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Overview

The Eitan (Heron TP) and the Orlan-10 are both Military Drones, manufactured by IAI and STC respectively.

The Eitan (Heron TP) reaches 407 km/h — 2.7x the Orlan-10's 150 km/h. The Eitan (Heron TP) has an operational range of 7,400 km vs 110 km for the Orlan-10. The Eitan (Heron TP) operates at altitudes up to 12,500 m compared to 5,000 m for the Orlan-10. At 5,670 kg MTOW, the Eitan (Heron TP) is 354:1 the Orlan-10's 16 kg.

The Eitan (Heron TP) first flew 7 years before the Orlan-10 (2004 vs 2011).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Orlan-10?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is faster with a maximum speed of 407 km/h compared to the Orlan-10's 150 km/h, a difference of 257 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Orlan-10?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a longer range at 7,400 km compared to the Orlan-10's 110 km.
Which can fly higher, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Orlan-10?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Orlan-10?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
Which is larger, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Orlan-10?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Orlan-10?
The Eitan (Heron TP) entered service first in 2010, 1 years before the Orlan-10 which entered service in 2011.