Eitan (Heron TP) vs Tu-143 Reys
The Eitan (Heron TP) and the Tu-143 Reys are both Military Drones, manufactured by IAI and Tupolev respectively. The Tu-143 Reys reaches 950 km/h — 2.3x the Eitan (Heron TP)'s 407 km/h. The Eitan (Heron TP) has an operational range of 7,400 km vs 200 km for the Tu-143 Reys. The Eitan (Heron TP) operates at altitudes up to 12,500 m compared to 5,000 m for the Tu-143 Reys. At 5,670 kg MTOW, the Eitan (Heron TP) is 4.6x the Tu-143 Reys's 1,230 kg. The Tu-143 Reys first flew 34 years before the Eitan (Heron TP) (1970 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 |
| Soviet unmanned reconnaissance aircraft from 1970s used for tactical reconnaissance missions | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 1 January 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 950 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wingspan | 26.0 m ◉ |
| Height | -- 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 | 2.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.5 m |
| Length | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 950 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,230 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the Eitan (Heron TP)'s 407 km/h, a difference of 543 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Tu-143 Reys?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a longer range at 7,400 km compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Tu-143 Reys?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Tu-143 Reys?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 1,230 kg.
Which is larger, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Tu-143 Reys?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys entered service first in 1976, 34 years before the Eitan (Heron TP) which entered service in 2010.