Harfang vs RQ-11 Raven
Overview
The Harfang and the RQ-11 Raven are both Military Drones, manufactured by EADS and AeroVironment respectively.
The Harfang has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 10 km for the RQ-11 Raven. The Harfang operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 4,500 m for the RQ-11 Raven. At 1,250 kg MTOW, the Harfang is 625:1 the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
The Harfang has been produced in 3 units vs 19,000 for the RQ-11 Raven. The RQ-11 Raven first flew 3 years before the Harfang (2000 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, renowned for extensive service since 1990s, widely deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AeroVironment |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 19000 units |
| Average unit price | $170K |
| 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 | 1.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 0.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 95 km/h |
| Operational range | 10 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1.9 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Harfang or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 95 km/h compared to the Harfang's 0 km/h, a difference of 95 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Harfang or RQ-11 Raven?
The Harfang has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the Harfang or RQ-11 Raven?
The Harfang has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Harfang or RQ-11 Raven?
The Harfang has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,250 kg compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
Which is larger, the Harfang or RQ-11 Raven?
The Harfang is longer at 9.3 meters compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 0.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Harfang or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven entered service first in 2003, 5 years before the Harfang which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Harfang or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 19,000 units compared to 3 units of the Harfang.