FP-1 vs ScanEagle
Overview
The FP-1 and the ScanEagle are both Military Drones, manufactured by Fire Point and Boeing Insitu respectively.
The FP-1 has an operational range of 1,600 km vs 100 km for the ScanEagle.
The FP-1 has been produced in 5,000 units vs 1,000 for the ScanEagle. Unit cost is $0.055M for the FP-1 vs $3M for the ScanEagle. The ScanEagle 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 | 🇺🇦 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 vehicle, operational since 2005, notable for surveillance in military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Boeing Insitu |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $3 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 | 3.1 m |
| Length | 1.6 m |
| Maximum speed | 148 km/h |
| Operational range | 100 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,944 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22 kg |
| Empty weight | 13 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the FP-1 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle is faster with a maximum speed of 148 km/h compared to the FP-1's 0 km/h, a difference of 148 km/h.
Which has longer range, the FP-1 or ScanEagle?
The FP-1 has a longer range at 1,600 km compared to the ScanEagle's 100 km.
Which can fly higher, the FP-1 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle has a higher service ceiling at 5,944 meters (19,501 ft) compared to the FP-1's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the FP-1 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 22 kg compared to the FP-1's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the FP-1 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle is longer at 1.6 meters compared to the FP-1's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the FP-1 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the FP-1 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the FP-1 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle entered service first in 2005, 19 years before the FP-1 which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the FP-1 or ScanEagle?
The FP-1 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 1,000 units of the ScanEagle.