FP-1 vs RQ-21 Blackjack

Overview

The FP-1 and the RQ-21 Blackjack are both Military Drones, manufactured by Fire Point and Insitu respectively.

The FP-1 has an operational range of 1,600 km vs 93 km for the RQ-21 Blackjack.

The RQ-21 Blackjack first flew 12 years before the FP-1 (2012 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 tactical unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 2010s, used for forward reconnaissance and intelligence gathering by naval and land forces.
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Insitu
First flight 28 July 2012
Year introduced 2014
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Wingspan -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range 1,600 km β—‰
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 0 β—‰
Wingspan 4.9 m
Length 2.5 m
Maximum speed 170 km/h
Operational range 93 km β—‰
Service ceiling 5,900 m
Max. takeoff weight 61 kg
Empty weight 37 kg
Total thrust 1 x 6 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the FP-1 or RQ-21 Blackjack?
The RQ-21 Blackjack is faster with a maximum speed of 170 km/h compared to the FP-1's 0 km/h, a difference of 170 km/h.
Which has longer range, the FP-1 or RQ-21 Blackjack?
The FP-1 has a longer range at 1,600 km compared to the RQ-21 Blackjack's 93 km.
Which can fly higher, the FP-1 or RQ-21 Blackjack?
The RQ-21 Blackjack has a higher service ceiling at 5,900 meters (19,356 ft) compared to the FP-1's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the FP-1 or RQ-21 Blackjack?
The RQ-21 Blackjack has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 61 kg compared to the FP-1's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the FP-1 or RQ-21 Blackjack?
The RQ-21 Blackjack is longer at 2.5 meters compared to the FP-1's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the FP-1 or RQ-21 Blackjack?
The RQ-21 Blackjack entered service first in 2014, 10 years before the FP-1 which entered service in 2024.