FP-1 vs MQ-4 Triton

Overview

The FP-1 and the MQ-4 Triton are both Military Drones, manufactured by Fire Point and Northrop Grumman respectively.

The FP-1 has an operational range of 1,600 km vs 15,200 km for the MQ-4 Triton.

The FP-1 has been produced in 5,000 units vs 30 for the MQ-4 Triton. Unit cost is $0.055M for the FP-1 vs $180M for the MQ-4 Triton. The MQ-4 Triton first flew 11 years before the FP-1 (2013 vs 2024).

Ukrainian long-range, one-way attack drone, developed in the early 2020s, deployed in deep-strike military operations.
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ Ukraine
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Fire Point
First flight 1 January 2024
Year introduced 2024
Number produced 5000 units
Average unit price $55K
American unmanned surveillance aircraft, known for deployments in persistent maritime ISR missions.
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Northrop Grumman
First flight 22 May 2013
Year introduced 2013
Number produced 30 units
Average unit price $180 million
Wingspan -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 1,600 km β—‰
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight -- kg
Wingspan 39.9 m
Length 14.5 m
Maximum speed 610 km/h
Operational range 15,200 km β—‰
Service ceiling 16,800 m
Max. takeoff weight 14,628 kg
Empty weight 6,781 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the FP-1 or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton is faster with a maximum speed of 610 km/h compared to the FP-1's 0 km/h, a difference of 610 km/h.
Which has longer range, the FP-1 or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton has a longer range at 15,200 km compared to the FP-1's 1,600 km.
Which can fly higher, the FP-1 or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher service ceiling at 16,800 meters (55,118 ft) compared to the FP-1's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the FP-1 or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 14,628 kg compared to the FP-1's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the FP-1 or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton is longer at 14.5 meters compared to the FP-1's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the FP-1 or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton is more expensive at approximately $180 million per unit compared to the FP-1 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the FP-1 or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton entered service first in 2013, 11 years before the FP-1 which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the FP-1 or MQ-4 Triton?
The FP-1 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 30 units of the MQ-4 Triton.