Hermes 900 vs ScanEagle
The Hermes 900 and the ScanEagle are both Military Drones, manufactured by Elbit and Boeing Insitu respectively. Top speed is 220 km/h for the Hermes 900 vs 148 km/h for the ScanEagle. The Hermes 900 has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 100 km for the ScanEagle. The Hermes 900 operates at altitudes up to 9,100 m compared to 5,944 m for the ScanEagle. At 1,400 kg MTOW, the Hermes 900 is 64:1 the ScanEagle's 22 kg. The Hermes 900 has been produced in 200 units vs 1,000 for the ScanEagle. Unit cost is $6.8M for the Hermes 900 vs $3M for the ScanEagle. The ScanEagle first flew 9 years before the Hermes 900 (2000 vs 2009).
| 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 |
| American unmanned vehicle, operational since 2005, notable for surveillance in military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Boeing Insitu |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $3 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 | 1.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 148 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,944 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 13 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Hermes 900 or ScanEagle?
The Hermes 900 is faster with a maximum speed of 220 km/h compared to the ScanEagle's 148 km/h, a difference of 72 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hermes 900 or ScanEagle?
The Hermes 900 has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the ScanEagle's 100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hermes 900 or ScanEagle?
The Hermes 900 has a higher service ceiling at 9,100 meters (29,855 ft) compared to the ScanEagle's 5,944 meters (19,501 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hermes 900 or ScanEagle?
The Hermes 900 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,400 kg compared to the ScanEagle's 22 kg.
Which is larger, the Hermes 900 or ScanEagle?
The Hermes 900 is longer at 8.3 meters compared to the ScanEagle's 1.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Hermes 900 or ScanEagle?
The Hermes 900 is more expensive at approximately $6.8 million per unit compared to the ScanEagle at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Hermes 900 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle entered service first in 2005, 7 years before the Hermes 900 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Hermes 900 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 200 units of the Hermes 900.