FP-1 vs Hermes 450
Overview
The FP-1 and the Hermes 450 are both Military Drones, manufactured by Fire Point and Elbit respectively.
The FP-1 has an operational range of 1,600 km vs 300 km for the Hermes 450.
Unit cost is $0.055M for the FP-1 vs $2M for the Hermes 450. The Hermes 450 first flew 30 years before the FP-1 (1994 vs 2024).
| Ukrainian long-range, one-way attack drone, developed in the early 2020s, deployed in deep-strike military operations. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Fire Point |
| First flight | 1 January 2024 |
| Year introduced | 2024 |
| Number produced | 5000 units |
| Average unit price | $55K |
| Israeli medium-size MALE drone for surveillance and reconnaissance. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Elbit |
| First flight | 1 January 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 1,600 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.5 m |
| Length | 6.1 m |
| Maximum speed | 176 km/h |
| Operational range | 300 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,500 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 550 kg |
| Empty weight | 450 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 39 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the FP-1 or Hermes 450?
The Hermes 450 is faster with a maximum speed of 176 km/h compared to the FP-1's 0 km/h, a difference of 176 km/h.
Which has longer range, the FP-1 or Hermes 450?
The FP-1 has a longer range at 1,600 km compared to the Hermes 450's 300 km.
Which can fly higher, the FP-1 or Hermes 450?
The Hermes 450 has a higher service ceiling at 5,500 meters (18,044 ft) compared to the FP-1's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the FP-1 or Hermes 450?
The Hermes 450 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 550 kg compared to the FP-1's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the FP-1 or Hermes 450?
The Hermes 450 is longer at 6.1 meters compared to the FP-1's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the FP-1 or Hermes 450?
The Hermes 450 is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the FP-1 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the FP-1 or Hermes 450?
The Hermes 450 entered service first in 1998, 26 years before the FP-1 which entered service in 2024.