GJ-11 Sharp Sword vs Wing Loong I
Overview
The GJ-11 Sharp Sword and the Wing Loong I are both Military Drones, manufactured by Hongdu and Chengdu respectively.
The GJ-11 Sharp Sword reaches 1,000 km/h — 3.6x the Wing Loong I's 280 km/h. The GJ-11 Sharp Sword has an operational range of 4,000 km vs 4,000 km for the Wing Loong I.
The Wing Loong I first flew 4 years before the GJ-11 Sharp Sword (2009 vs 2013).
| Chinese unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, utilized for precision strike and reconnaissance missions by the People's Liberation Army Air Force. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Hongdu |
| First flight | 21 November 2013 |
| Year introduced | 2021 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Chinese medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, extensively utilized for surveillance and aerial reconnaissance missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Chengdu |
| First flight | 1 January 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 60 units |
| Average unit price | $1 million |
| Wingspan | 14.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 12.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1000 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 4,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | 6,350 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 280 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 4,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,100 kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 75 kW ◉ |
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Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the GJ-11 Sharp Sword or Wing Loong I?
The GJ-11 Sharp Sword is faster with a maximum speed of 1,000 km/h compared to the Wing Loong I's 280 km/h, a difference of 720 km/h.
Which has longer range, the GJ-11 Sharp Sword or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the GJ-11 Sharp Sword's 4,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the GJ-11 Sharp Sword or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the GJ-11 Sharp Sword's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the GJ-11 Sharp Sword or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,100 kg compared to the GJ-11 Sharp Sword's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the GJ-11 Sharp Sword or Wing Loong I?
The GJ-11 Sharp Sword is longer at 12.2 meters compared to the Wing Loong I's 9.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the GJ-11 Sharp Sword or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I entered service first in 2011, 10 years before the GJ-11 Sharp Sword which entered service in 2021.