Harfang vs MQ-9 Reaper
Overview
The Harfang and the MQ-9 Reaper are both Military Drones, manufactured by EADS and General Atomics respectively.
The Harfang has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 1,850 km for the MQ-9 Reaper. The MQ-9 Reaper operates at altitudes up to 15,000 m compared to 7,620 m for the Harfang. At 4,760 kg MTOW, the MQ-9 Reaper is 3.8x the Harfang's 1,250 kg.
The Harfang has been produced in 3 units vs 300 for the MQ-9 Reaper. The MQ-9 Reaper first flew 2 years before the Harfang (2001 vs 2003).
| Israeli-designed medium-altitude, long-endurance reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicle, introduced in the late 2000s and operated by the French and Moroccan militaries. | |
| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | EADS |
| First flight | 2 June 2003 |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Number produced | 3 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 1 February 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| Wingspan | 16.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 1,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,250 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 657 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 86 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h |
| Operational range | 1,850 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,223 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Harfang or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Harfang's 0 km/h, a difference of 300 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Harfang or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the Harfang's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Harfang or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Harfang's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Harfang or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the Harfang's 1,250 kg.
Which is larger, the Harfang or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the Harfang's 9.3 meters.
Which entered service first, the Harfang or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper entered service first in 2007, 1 years before the Harfang which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Harfang or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has been produced in greater numbers with 300 units compared to 3 units of the Harfang.