Hermes 900 vs Heron
| Israeli larger MALE drone, widely used around the world for reconnaissance. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Elbit |
| First flight | 9 December 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2012 |
| Number produced | 200 units |
| Average unit price | $6.8 million |
| Israeli MALE unmanned aerial vehicle, utilized globally since 1994 for reconnaissance, surveillance, and intelligence missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 1 January 1994 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | None units |
| Average unit price | $9.5 million |
| Wingspan | 15.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 220 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 9,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,400 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 950 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 160 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 16.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 207 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km |
| Service ceiling | 10,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,270 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Hermes 900 or Heron?
The Hermes 900 is faster with a maximum speed of 220 km/h compared to the Heron's 207 km/h, a difference of 13 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hermes 900 or Heron?
The Heron has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Hermes 900's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hermes 900 or Heron?
The Heron has a higher service ceiling at 10,000 meters (32,808 ft) compared to the Hermes 900's 9,100 meters (29,855 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hermes 900 or Heron?
The Hermes 900 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,400 kg compared to the Heron's 1,270 kg.
Which is larger, the Hermes 900 or Heron?
The Heron is longer at 8.5 meters compared to the Hermes 900's 8.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Hermes 900 or Heron?
The Heron is more expensive at approximately $9.5 million per unit compared to the Hermes 900 at $6.8 million.
Which entered service first, the Hermes 900 or Heron?
The Heron entered service first in 2005, 7 years before the Hermes 900 which entered service in 2012.