Hermes 900 vs Ranger
Overview
The Hermes 900 and the Ranger are both Military Drones, manufactured by Elbit and RUAG respectively.
Top speed is 220 km/h for the Hermes 900 vs 220 km/h for the Ranger. The Hermes 900 has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 100 km for the Ranger. The Hermes 900 operates at altitudes up to 9,100 m compared to 4,500 m for the Ranger. At 1,400 kg MTOW, the Hermes 900 is 4.9x the Ranger's 285 kg.
The Hermes 900 has been produced in 200 units vs 40 for the Ranger.
| 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 |
| Swiss-Israeli tactical reconnaissance UAV, developed in the late 20th century, used for military reconnaissance and civilian search and rescue. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇭 Switzerland |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | RUAG |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 40 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 15.0 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 8.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 220 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 9,100 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,400 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 950 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 160 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 5.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.1 m |
| Length | 4.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 220 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 100 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 285 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 31 kW ◉ |
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Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Hermes 900 or Ranger?
The Ranger is faster with a maximum speed of 220 km/h compared to the Hermes 900's 220 km/h, a difference of 0 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hermes 900 or Ranger?
The Hermes 900 has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Ranger's 100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hermes 900 or Ranger?
The Hermes 900 has a higher service ceiling at 9,100 meters (29,855 ft) compared to the Ranger's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hermes 900 or Ranger?
The Hermes 900 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,400 kg compared to the Ranger's 285 kg.
Which is larger, the Hermes 900 or Ranger?
The Hermes 900 is longer at 8.3 meters compared to the Ranger's 4.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Hermes 900 or Ranger?
The Ranger entered service first in 1999, 13 years before the Hermes 900 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Hermes 900 or Ranger?
The Hermes 900 has been produced in greater numbers with 200 units compared to 40 units of the Ranger.