Hermes 450 vs Seeker
Overview
The Hermes 450 and the Seeker are both Military Drones, manufactured by Elbit and Denel respectively.
The Hermes 450 has an operational range of 300 km vs 250 km for the Seeker. The Seeker operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 5,500 m for the Hermes 450.
| Israeli medium-size MALE drone for surveillance and reconnaissance. | |
| 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 |
| South African tactical reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the late 20th century, deployed for real-time day and night surveillance and artillery guidance. | |
| Origin country | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Denel |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 1987 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 10.5 m |
| Length | 6.1 m |
| Maximum speed | 176 km/h |
| Operational range | 300 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 550 kg |
| Empty weight | 450 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 39 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 250 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Hermes 450 or Seeker?
The Hermes 450 is faster with a maximum speed of 176 km/h compared to the Seeker's 0 km/h, a difference of 176 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hermes 450 or Seeker?
The Hermes 450 has a longer range at 300 km compared to the Seeker's 250 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hermes 450 or Seeker?
The Seeker has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the Hermes 450's 5,500 meters (18,044 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hermes 450 or Seeker?
The Hermes 450 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 550 kg compared to the Seeker's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Hermes 450 or Seeker?
The Hermes 450 is longer at 6.1 meters compared to the Seeker's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Hermes 450 or Seeker?
The Seeker entered service first in 1987, 11 years before the Hermes 450 which entered service in 1998.