Eurodrone vs Sokol Altius
The Eurodrone and the Sokol Altius are both Military Drones, manufactured by Airbus / Dassault / Leonardo and OKB Sokol respectively. Top speed is 500 km/h for the Eurodrone vs 350 km/h for the Sokol Altius. The Eurodrone operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 12,000 m for the Sokol Altius. At 13,000 kg MTOW, the Eurodrone is 2.2x the Sokol Altius's 6,000 kg.
| European medium-altitude long-endurance remotely piloted aircraft system, developed in the early 21st century for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and ground support missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇩🇪 Germany 🇪🇸 Spain 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇹 Italy |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Airbus / Dassault / Leonardo |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 2028 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Russian unmanned aerial vehicle, introduced in 2019, with high-altitude, long-endurance operations yet to be operationally deployed. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | OKB Sokol |
| First flight | 20 August 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2012 |
| Number produced | 3 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 26.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 6.0 m |
| Length | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 500 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 11,000 kg |
| Wingspan | 28.5 m â—‰ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 11.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 350 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 10,000 km |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Eurodrone or Sokol Altius?
The Eurodrone is faster with a maximum speed of 500 km/h compared to the Sokol Altius's 350 km/h, a difference of 150 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Eurodrone or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius has a longer range at 10,000 km compared to the Eurodrone's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Eurodrone or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the Eurodrone's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the Eurodrone or Sokol Altius?
The Eurodrone has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,000 kg compared to the Sokol Altius's 6,000 kg.
Which is larger, the Eurodrone or Sokol Altius?
The Eurodrone is longer at 16.0 meters compared to the Sokol Altius's 11.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Eurodrone or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius entered service first in 2012, 16 years before the Eurodrone which entered service in 2028.