Hermes 900 vs IAI Harop

Israeli larger MALE drone, widely used around the world for reconnaissance.
Hermes 900 UAV photo
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 stealth loitering munition, developed in the early 21st century, utilized for intelligence, surveillance, and precision strike missions in various global conflicts.
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Israel Aerospace Industries
First flight 1 January 2005
Year introduced 2005
Number produced N/A
Average unit price $10 million
Wingspan 15.0 m â—‰
Length 8.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 220 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,000 km â—‰
Service ceiling 9,100 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,400 kg
Empty weight 950 kg
Total thrust 1 x 160 kW â—‰
Elbit Hermes 900 UAV profile drawing
Wingspan 3.0 m â—‰
Length 2.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 417 km/h â—‰
Operational range 200 km â—‰
Service ceiling 4,600 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 0 â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Hermes 900 or IAI Harop?
The IAI Harop is faster with a maximum speed of 417 km/h compared to the Hermes 900's 220 km/h, a difference of 197 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hermes 900 or IAI Harop?
The Hermes 900 has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the IAI Harop's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hermes 900 or IAI Harop?
The Hermes 900 has a higher service ceiling at 9,100 meters (29,855 ft) compared to the IAI Harop's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hermes 900 or IAI Harop?
The Hermes 900 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,400 kg compared to the IAI Harop's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Hermes 900 or IAI Harop?
The Hermes 900 is longer at 8.3 meters compared to the IAI Harop's 2.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Hermes 900 or IAI Harop?
The IAI Harop is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the Hermes 900 at $6.8 million.
Which entered service first, the Hermes 900 or IAI Harop?
The IAI Harop entered service first in 2005, 7 years before the Hermes 900 which entered service in 2012.