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FP-1 vs Wing Loong I

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Specifications
FP-1 Wing Loong I
Origin country 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Fire Point Chengdu
First flight 1 January 2024 1 January 2009
Year introduced 2024 2011
Number produced 5000 units 60 units
Average unit price $55K $1 million
Wingspan -- m 14.0 m
Height -- m 2.8 m
Length -- m 9.1 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 280 km/h
Operational range 1,600 km 4,000 km
Service ceiling -- m 5,000 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 1,100 kg
Total thrust 0 1 x 75 kW
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Overview

The FP-1 and the Wing Loong I are both Military Drones, manufactured by Fire Point and Chengdu respectively.

The FP-1 has an operational range of 1,600 km vs 4,000 km for the Wing Loong I.

The FP-1 has been produced in 5,000 units vs 60 for the Wing Loong I. Unit cost is $0.055M for the FP-1 vs $1M for the Wing Loong I. The Wing Loong I first flew 15 years before the FP-1 (2009 vs 2024).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the FP-1 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I is faster with a maximum speed of 280 km/h compared to the FP-1's 0 km/h, a difference of 280 km/h.
Which has longer range, the FP-1 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the FP-1's 1,600 km.
Which can fly higher, the FP-1 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the FP-1's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the FP-1 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,100 kg compared to the FP-1's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the FP-1 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I is longer at 9.1 meters compared to the FP-1's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the FP-1 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I is more expensive at approximately $1.0 million per unit compared to the FP-1 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the FP-1 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I 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 Wing Loong I?
The FP-1 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 60 units of the Wing Loong I.