FP-1 vs RQ-11 Raven

Overview

The FP-1 and the RQ-11 Raven are both Military Drones, manufactured by Fire Point and AeroVironment respectively.

The FP-1 has an operational range of 1,600 km vs 10 km for the RQ-11 Raven.

The FP-1 has been produced in 5,000 units vs 19,000 for the RQ-11 Raven. Unit cost is $0.055M for the FP-1 vs $0.17M for the RQ-11 Raven. The RQ-11 Raven first flew 24 years before the FP-1 (2000 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 aerial vehicle, renowned for extensive service since 1990s, widely deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer AeroVironment
First flight 1 January 2000
Year introduced 2003
Number produced 19000 units
Average unit price $170K
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 1.4 m
Length 0.9 m
Maximum speed 95 km/h
Operational range 10 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,500 m
Max. takeoff weight 2 kg
Empty weight 1.9 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the FP-1 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 95 km/h compared to the FP-1's 0 km/h, a difference of 95 km/h.
Which has longer range, the FP-1 or RQ-11 Raven?
The FP-1 has a longer range at 1,600 km compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the FP-1 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the FP-1's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the FP-1 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2 kg compared to the FP-1's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the FP-1 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven is longer at 0.9 meters compared to the FP-1's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the FP-1 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven is more expensive at approximately $0.2 million per unit compared to the FP-1 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the FP-1 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven entered service first in 2003, 21 years before the FP-1 which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the FP-1 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 19,000 units compared to 5,000 units of the FP-1.