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FP-1 vs Switchblade 300

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Specifications
FP-1 Switchblade 300
Origin country 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Fire Point AeroVironment
First flight 1 January 2024 1 January 2011
Year introduced 2024 2011
Number produced 5000 units 4000 units
Average unit price $55K --
Length -- m 0.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 160 km/h
Operational range 1,600 km 10 km
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 6 kg
Empty weight -- kg 2.5 kg
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Overview

The FP-1 and the Switchblade 300 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 Switchblade 300.

The FP-1 has been produced in 5,000 units vs 4,000 for the Switchblade 300. The Switchblade 300 first flew 13 years before the FP-1 (2011 vs 2024).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the FP-1 or Switchblade 300?
The Switchblade 300 is faster with a maximum speed of 160 km/h compared to the FP-1's 0 km/h, a difference of 160 km/h.
Which has longer range, the FP-1 or Switchblade 300?
The FP-1 has a longer range at 1,600 km compared to the Switchblade 300's 10 km.
Which is heavier, the FP-1 or Switchblade 300?
The Switchblade 300 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6 kg compared to the FP-1's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the FP-1 or Switchblade 300?
The Switchblade 300 is longer at 0.5 meters compared to the FP-1's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the FP-1 or Switchblade 300?
The Switchblade 300 entered service first in 2011, 13 years before the FP-1 which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the FP-1 or Switchblade 300?
The FP-1 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 4,000 units of the Switchblade 300.