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FP-1 vs MQ-9B SkyGuardian

FP-1 vs MQ-9B SkyGuardian at a glance — range 1,600 vs 11,000 km.

General Atomics MQ-9B SkyGuardian military drones side profile drawing
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Specifications
FP-1 MQ-9B SkyGuardian
Origin country 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Fire Point General Atomics
First flight 1 January 2024 25 February 2016
Year introduced 2024 2020
Number produced 5000 units N/A
Average unit price $55K $40 million
Wingspan -- m 24.0 m
Length -- m 11.7 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 390 km/h
Operational range 1,600 km 11,000 km
Service ceiling -- m 12,200 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 5,670 kg
Total thrust -- 1 x 671 kW
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the FP-1 or MQ-9B SkyGuardian?
The MQ-9B SkyGuardian has a longer range at 11,000 km compared to the FP-1's 1,600 km.
Which is more expensive, the FP-1 or MQ-9B SkyGuardian?
The MQ-9B SkyGuardian is more expensive at approximately $40 million per unit compared to the FP-1 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the FP-1 or MQ-9B SkyGuardian?
The MQ-9B SkyGuardian entered service first in 2020, 4 years before the FP-1 which entered service in 2024.