GJ-11 Sharp Sword vs Wing Loong II

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 $-- million
Chinese unmanned combat aerial vehicle, prominent in the 21st century, extensively deployed for surveillance and strike operations.
Wing Loong II UAV photo
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer CAIG / CASC
First flight 1 February 2017
Year introduced 2018
Number produced 100 units
Average unit price $2 million
Wingspan 14.4 m â—‰
Height 2.7 m
Length 12.2 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1000 km/h â—‰
Operational range 4,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Wingspan 20.5 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length 11.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 370 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 4,200 kg

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of Wing Loong II by Weibo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the GJ-11 Sharp Sword or Wing Loong II?
The GJ-11 Sharp Sword is faster with a maximum speed of 1,000 km/h compared to the Wing Loong II's 370 km/h, a difference of 630 km/h.
Which has longer range, the GJ-11 Sharp Sword or Wing Loong II?
The GJ-11 Sharp Sword has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the Wing Loong II's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the GJ-11 Sharp Sword or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the GJ-11 Sharp Sword's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the GJ-11 Sharp Sword or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,200 kg compared to the GJ-11 Sharp Sword's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the GJ-11 Sharp Sword or Wing Loong II?
The GJ-11 Sharp Sword is longer at 12.2 meters compared to the Wing Loong II's 11.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the GJ-11 Sharp Sword or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II entered service first in 2018, 3 years before the GJ-11 Sharp Sword which entered service in 2021.