FP-1 vs Hermes 900

Overview

The FP-1 and the Hermes 900 are both Military Drones, manufactured by Fire Point and Elbit respectively.

The FP-1 has an operational range of 1,600 km vs 1,000 km for the Hermes 900.

The FP-1 has been produced in 5,000 units vs 200 for the Hermes 900. Unit cost is $0.055M for the FP-1 vs $6.8M for the Hermes 900. The Hermes 900 first flew 15 years before the FP-1 (2009 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 larger MALE drone, widely used around the world for reconnaissance.
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Elbit
First flight 9 December 2009
Year introduced 2012
Number produced 200 units
Average unit price $6.8 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 15.0 m
Length 8.3 m
Maximum speed 220 km/h
Operational range 1,000 km
Service ceiling 9,100 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,400 kg
Empty weight 950 kg
Total thrust 1 x 160 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the FP-1 or Hermes 900?
The Hermes 900 is faster with a maximum speed of 220 km/h compared to the FP-1's 0 km/h, a difference of 220 km/h.
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 can fly higher, the FP-1 or Hermes 900?
The Hermes 900 has a higher service ceiling at 9,100 meters (29,855 ft) compared to the FP-1's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the FP-1 or Hermes 900?
The Hermes 900 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,400 kg compared to the FP-1's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the FP-1 or Hermes 900?
The Hermes 900 is longer at 8.3 meters compared to the FP-1's 0.0 meters.
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.