Hermes 900 vs Orlan-10
The Hermes 900 and the Orlan-10 are both Military Drones, manufactured by Elbit and Special Technology Center respectively. Top speed is 220 km/h for the Hermes 900 vs 150 km/h for the Orlan-10. The Hermes 900 has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 110 km for the Orlan-10. The Hermes 900 operates at altitudes up to 9,100 m compared to 5,000 m for the Orlan-10. At 1,400 kg MTOW, the Hermes 900 is 88:1 the Orlan-10's 16 kg. The Hermes 900 has been produced in 200 units vs 1,000 for the Orlan-10. Unit cost is $6.8M for the Hermes 900 vs $0.05M for the Orlan-10. The Hermes 900 first flew 2 years before the Orlan-10 (2009 vs 2011).
| Israeli larger MALE drone, widely used around the world for reconnaissance. | |
| 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 |
| Russian reconnaissance unarmed drone, extensively used in the 2022 Ukraine war. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Special Technology Center |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 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 â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 950 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 160 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 2.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 110 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Hermes 900 or Orlan-10?
The Hermes 900 is faster with a maximum speed of 220 km/h compared to the Orlan-10's 150 km/h, a difference of 70 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hermes 900 or Orlan-10?
The Hermes 900 has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Orlan-10's 110 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hermes 900 or Orlan-10?
The Hermes 900 has a higher service ceiling at 9,100 meters (29,855 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hermes 900 or Orlan-10?
The Hermes 900 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,400 kg compared to the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
Which is larger, the Hermes 900 or Orlan-10?
The Hermes 900 is longer at 8.3 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Hermes 900 or Orlan-10?
The Hermes 900 is more expensive at approximately $6.8 million per unit compared to the Orlan-10 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Hermes 900 or Orlan-10?
The Orlan-10 entered service first in 2011, 1 years before the Hermes 900 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Hermes 900 or Orlan-10?
The Orlan-10 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 200 units of the Hermes 900.