FQ-42 Dark Merlin vs MQM-107 Streaker
Overview
The FQ-42 Dark Merlin and the MQM-107 Streaker are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and Beechcraft respectively.
The MQM-107 Streaker first flew 51 years before the FQ-42 Dark Merlin (1974 vs 2025).
| 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 reusable turbojet-powered target towing drone, introduced in the mid-1980s, used by the United States military for testing and training. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft |
| First flight | 1 January 1974 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 2236 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Wingspan | 3.0 m |
| Height | 1.5 m |
| Length | 5.5 m |
| Maximum speed | 925 km/h |
| Service ceiling | 12,192 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 664 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the FQ-42 Dark Merlin or MQM-107 Streaker?
The MQM-107 Streaker is faster with a maximum speed of 925 km/h compared to the FQ-42 Dark Merlin's 0 km/h, a difference of 925 km/h.
Which can fly higher, the FQ-42 Dark Merlin or MQM-107 Streaker?
The MQM-107 Streaker has a higher service ceiling at 12,192 meters (40,000 ft) compared to the FQ-42 Dark Merlin's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the FQ-42 Dark Merlin or MQM-107 Streaker?
The MQM-107 Streaker has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 664 kg compared to the FQ-42 Dark Merlin's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the FQ-42 Dark Merlin or MQM-107 Streaker?
The MQM-107 Streaker is longer at 5.5 meters compared to the FQ-42 Dark Merlin's 0.0 meters.