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FP-1 vs Hermes 900

FP-1 vs Hermes 900 at a glance — range 1,600 vs 1,000 km, built 5,000 vs 200 units.

Specifications
FP-1 Hermes 900
Origin country 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Fire Point Elbit
First flight 1 January 2024 9 December 2009
Year introduced 2024 2012
Number produced 5000 units 200 units
Average unit price $55K $6.8 million
Wingspan -- m 15.0 m
Length -- m 8.3 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 220 km/h
Operational range 1,600 km 1,000 km
Service ceiling -- m 9,100 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 1,400 kg
Empty weight -- kg 950 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 160 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the FP-1 or Hermes 900?
The FP-1 has a longer range at 1,600 km compared to the Hermes 900's 1,000 km.
Which is more expensive, the FP-1 or Hermes 900?
The Hermes 900 is more expensive at approximately $6.8 million per unit compared to the FP-1 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the FP-1 or Hermes 900?
The Hermes 900 entered service first in 2012, 12 years before the FP-1 which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the FP-1 or Hermes 900?
The FP-1 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 200 units of the Hermes 900.