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Harfang vs Safran Patroller

Harfang vs Safran Patroller at a glance — range 1,000 vs 200 km.

EADS Harfang military drones side profile drawing
🇫🇷 Harfang
Specifications
Harfang Safran Patroller
Origin country 🇫🇷 France 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer EADS Safran
First flight 2 June 2003 1 June 2009
Year introduced 2008 2023
Number produced 3 units N/A
Average unit price $9.5 million $22 million
Wingspan 16.6 m 18.0 m
Length 9.3 m 8.5 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 314 km/h
Operational range 1,000 km 200 km
Service ceiling 7,620 m 7,620 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,250 kg -- kg
Empty weight 657 kg -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 86 kW --
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Harfang or Safran Patroller?
The Safran Patroller is faster with a maximum speed of 314 km/h compared to the Harfang's 0 km/h, a difference of 314 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Harfang or Safran Patroller?
The Harfang has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Safran Patroller's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Harfang or Safran Patroller?
The Safran Patroller has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the Harfang's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Harfang or Safran Patroller?
The Harfang has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,250 kg compared to the Safran Patroller's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Harfang or Safran Patroller?
The Harfang is longer at 9.3 meters compared to the Safran Patroller's 8.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Harfang or Safran Patroller?
The Safran Patroller is more expensive at approximately $22 million per unit compared to the Harfang at $9.5 million.
Which entered service first, the Harfang or Safran Patroller?
The Harfang entered service first in 2008, 15 years before the Safran Patroller which entered service in 2023.