Hermes 450 vs MQ-1 Predator
| Israeli medium-size MALE drone for surveillance and reconnaissance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Elbit |
| First flight | 1 January 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1998 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, operational since 1995, notable for its use in major conflicts like Iraq and Afghanistan wars. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 3 July 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1995 |
| Number produced | 360 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Wingspan | 10.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 6.1 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 176 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 550 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 450 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 39 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 14.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 217 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,250 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,020 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 512 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Hermes 450 or MQ-1 Predator?
The MQ-1 Predator is faster with a maximum speed of 217 km/h compared to the Hermes 450's 176 km/h, a difference of 41 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hermes 450 or MQ-1 Predator?
The MQ-1 Predator has a longer range at 1,250 km compared to the Hermes 450's 300 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hermes 450 or MQ-1 Predator?
The MQ-1 Predator has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the Hermes 450's 5,500 meters (18,044 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hermes 450 or MQ-1 Predator?
The MQ-1 Predator has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,020 kg compared to the Hermes 450's 550 kg.
Which is larger, the Hermes 450 or MQ-1 Predator?
The MQ-1 Predator is longer at 8.2 meters compared to the Hermes 450's 6.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Hermes 450 or MQ-1 Predator?
The MQ-1 Predator is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the Hermes 450 at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Hermes 450 or MQ-1 Predator?
The MQ-1 Predator entered service first in 1995, 3 years before the Hermes 450 which entered service in 1998.