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FP-1 vs Wing Loong II

FP-1 vs Wing Loong II at a glance — range 1,600 vs 1,000 km, built 5,000 vs 100 units.

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Specifications
FP-1 Wing Loong II
Origin country 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Fire Point Chengdu
First flight 1 January 2024 1 February 2017
Year introduced 2024 2018
Number produced 5000 units 100 units
Average unit price $55K $2 million
Wingspan -- m 20.5 m
Length -- m 11.0 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 370 km/h
Operational range 1,600 km 1,000 km
Service ceiling -- m 9,000 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 4,200 kg
Empty weight -- kg 1,500 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the FP-1 or Wing Loong II?
The FP-1 has a longer range at 1,600 km compared to the Wing Loong II's 1,000 km.
Which is more expensive, the FP-1 or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the FP-1 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the FP-1 or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II entered service first in 2018, 6 years before the FP-1 which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the FP-1 or Wing Loong II?
The FP-1 has been produced in greater numbers with 5,000 units compared to 100 units of the Wing Loong II.