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Forpost vs Tu-143 Reys

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Specifications
Forpost Tu-143 Reys
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia 🇷🇺 Ex-USSR
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI Tupolev
First flight 1 January 1992 1 January 1970
Year introduced 1992 1976
Number produced N/A 950 units
Average unit price -- --
Wingspan 8.6 m 2.2 m
Height 1.3 m 1.5 m
Length 5.9 m 8.1 m
Maximum speed 201 km/h 950 km/h
Operational range 350 km 200 km
Service ceiling 6,100 m 5,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 450 kg 1,230 kg
Total thrust 1 x 35 kW 0
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Overview

The Forpost and the Tu-143 Reys are both Military Drones, manufactured by IAI and Tupolev respectively.

The Tu-143 Reys reaches 950 km/h — 4.7x the Forpost's 201 km/h. The Forpost has an operational range of 350 km vs 200 km for the Tu-143 Reys. The Forpost operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 5,000 m for the Tu-143 Reys. At 1,230 kg MTOW, the Tu-143 Reys is 2.7x the Forpost's 450 kg.

The Tu-143 Reys first flew 22 years before the Forpost (1970 vs 1992).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Forpost or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the Forpost's 201 km/h, a difference of 749 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Forpost or Tu-143 Reys?
The Forpost has a longer range at 350 km compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Forpost or Tu-143 Reys?
The Forpost has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Forpost or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,230 kg compared to the Forpost's 450 kg.
Which is larger, the Forpost or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is longer at 8.1 meters compared to the Forpost's 5.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the Forpost or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys entered service first in 1976, 16 years before the Forpost which entered service in 1992.