FQ-42 Dark Merlin vs FQ-44 Fury
Overview
The FQ-42 Dark Merlin and the FQ-44 Fury are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and Anduril respectively.
| American jet-powered collaborative combat aircraft developed by General Atomics, selected by the U.S. Air Force to fly air-to-air missions alongside crewed fighters under the CCA program. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 27 August 2025 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American jet-powered collaborative combat aircraft developed by Anduril Industries, selected by the U.S. Air Force to fly air-to-air missions alongside crewed fighters under the CCA program. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Anduril |
| First flight | 31 October 2025 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 5.2 m |
| Length | 6.1 m |
| Maximum speed | 1010 km/h |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,268 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 18 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the FQ-42 Dark Merlin or FQ-44 Fury?
The FQ-44 Fury is faster with a maximum speed of 1,010 km/h compared to the FQ-42 Dark Merlin's 0 km/h, a difference of 1,010 km/h.
Which can fly higher, the FQ-42 Dark Merlin or FQ-44 Fury?
The FQ-44 Fury has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the FQ-42 Dark Merlin's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the FQ-42 Dark Merlin or FQ-44 Fury?
The FQ-44 Fury has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,268 kg compared to the FQ-42 Dark Merlin's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the FQ-42 Dark Merlin or FQ-44 Fury?
The FQ-44 Fury is longer at 6.1 meters compared to the FQ-42 Dark Merlin's 0.0 meters.