Eitan (Heron TP) vs RQ-20 Puma
The Eitan (Heron TP) and the RQ-20 Puma are both Military Drones, manufactured by IAI and AeroVironment respectively. The Eitan (Heron TP) reaches 407 km/h — 4.9x the RQ-20 Puma's 83 km/h. The Eitan (Heron TP) has an operational range of 7,400 km vs 15 km for the RQ-20 Puma. The Eitan (Heron TP) operates at altitudes up to 12,500 m compared to 3,200 m for the RQ-20 Puma. At 5,670 kg MTOW, the Eitan (Heron TP) is 945:1 the RQ-20 Puma's 6 kg. The Eitan (Heron TP) first flew 3 years before the RQ-20 Puma (2004 vs 2007).
| 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 battery-powered, small hand-launched unmanned aircraft system for surveillance and intelligence gathering. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AeroVironment |
| First flight | 1 January 2007 |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $0.3 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 | 2.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 1.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 83 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 15 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,200 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-20 Puma?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is faster with a maximum speed of 407 km/h compared to the RQ-20 Puma's 83 km/h, a difference of 324 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-20 Puma?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a longer range at 7,400 km compared to the RQ-20 Puma's 15 km.
Which can fly higher, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-20 Puma?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the RQ-20 Puma's 3,200 meters (10,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-20 Puma?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the RQ-20 Puma's 6 kg.
Which is larger, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-20 Puma?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the RQ-20 Puma's 1.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-20 Puma?
The RQ-20 Puma entered service first in 2008, 2 years before the Eitan (Heron TP) which entered service in 2010.