Hermes 900 vs Tu-143 Reys
The Hermes 900 and the Tu-143 Reys are both Military Drones, manufactured by Elbit and Tupolev respectively. The Tu-143 Reys reaches 950 km/h — 4.3x the Hermes 900's 220 km/h. The Hermes 900 has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 200 km for the Tu-143 Reys. The Hermes 900 operates at altitudes up to 9,100 m compared to 5,000 m for the Tu-143 Reys. The Hermes 900 has been produced in 200 units vs 950 for the Tu-143 Reys. The Tu-143 Reys first flew 39 years before the Hermes 900 (1970 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 |
| Soviet unmanned reconnaissance aircraft from 1970s used for tactical reconnaissance missions | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 1 January 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 950 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| 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 | 2.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.5 m |
| Length | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 950 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,230 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Hermes 900 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the Hermes 900's 220 km/h, a difference of 730 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hermes 900 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Hermes 900 has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hermes 900 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Hermes 900 has a higher service ceiling at 9,100 meters (29,855 ft) compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hermes 900 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Hermes 900 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,400 kg compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 1,230 kg.
Which is larger, the Hermes 900 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Hermes 900 is longer at 8.3 meters compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Hermes 900 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys entered service first in 1976, 36 years before the Hermes 900 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Hermes 900 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has been produced in greater numbers with 950 units compared to 200 units of the Hermes 900.