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.