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Eitan (Heron TP) vs Safran Patroller

Eitan (Heron TP) vs Safran Patroller at a glance — top speed 407 vs 314 km/h, range 7,400 vs 200 km.

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Specifications
Eitan (Heron TP) Safran Patroller
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI Safran
First flight 1 January 2004 1 June 2009
Year introduced 2010 2023
Number produced N/A N/A
Average unit price $40 million $22 million
Wingspan 26.0 m 18.0 m
Length 14.0 m 8.5 m
Maximum speed 407 km/h 314 km/h
Operational range 7,400 km 200 km
Service ceiling 12,500 m 7,620 m
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg -- kg
Empty weight 4,650 kg -- kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Safran Patroller?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is faster with a maximum speed of 407 km/h compared to the Safran Patroller's 314 km/h, a difference of 93 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Safran Patroller?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a longer range at 7,400 km compared to the Safran Patroller's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Safran Patroller?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the Safran Patroller's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is larger, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Safran Patroller?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the Safran Patroller's 8.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Safran Patroller?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is more expensive at approximately $40 million per unit compared to the Safran Patroller at $22 million.
Which entered service first, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Safran Patroller?
The Eitan (Heron TP) entered service first in 2010, 13 years before the Safran Patroller which entered service in 2023.