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Fotros vs RQ-4 Global Hawk

Fotros vs RQ-4 Global Hawk at a glance — range 2,000 vs 22,800 km, built 3 vs 40 units.

Specifications
Fotros RQ-4 Global Hawk
Origin country 🇮🇷 Iran 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IAIO Northrop Grumman
First flight -- 28 February 1998
Year introduced 2020 2001
Number produced 3 units 40 units
Average unit price -- $131 million
Wingspan -- m 39.9 m
Height -- m 4.7 m
Length -- m 14.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 629 km/h
Operational range 2,000 km 22,800 km
Service ceiling 7,600 m 18,000 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 14,628 kg
Empty weight -- kg 6,781 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 3,447 kgf
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the Fotros or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk has a longer range at 22,800 km compared to the Fotros's 2,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Fotros or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Fotros's 7,600 meters (24,934 ft).
Which entered service first, the Fotros or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk entered service first in 2001, 19 years before the Fotros which entered service in 2020.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Fotros or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk has been produced in greater numbers with 40 units compared to 3 units of the Fotros.