Eitan (Heron TP) vs RQ-11 Raven
The Eitan (Heron TP) and the RQ-11 Raven are both Military Drones, manufactured by IAI and AeroVironment respectively. The Eitan (Heron TP) reaches 407 km/h — 4.3x the RQ-11 Raven's 95 km/h. The Eitan (Heron TP) has an operational range of 7,400 km vs 10 km for the RQ-11 Raven. The Eitan (Heron TP) operates at altitudes up to 12,500 m compared to 4,500 m for the RQ-11 Raven. At 5,670 kg MTOW, the Eitan (Heron TP) is 2835:1 the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg. The RQ-11 Raven first flew 4 years before the Eitan (Heron TP) (2000 vs 2004).
| 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 | $-- million |
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, renowned for extensive service since 1990s, widely deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AeroVironment |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 19000 units |
| Average unit price | $0.2 million |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 1.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 0.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 95 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 10 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1.9 kg ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-11 Raven?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is faster with a maximum speed of 407 km/h compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 95 km/h, a difference of 312 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-11 Raven?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a longer range at 7,400 km compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-11 Raven?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-11 Raven?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
Which is larger, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-11 Raven?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 0.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven entered service first in 2003, 7 years before the Eitan (Heron TP) which entered service in 2010.