Eitan (Heron TP) vs Heron

Israeli large unmanned combat aerial vehicle, deployed from 2010, known for surveillance, reconnaissance, and combat roles globally.
Picture of Eitan (Heron TP)
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI
First flight 1 January 2004
Year introduced 2010
Number produced None units
Average unit price $-- million
Israeli MALE unmanned aerial vehicle, utilized globally since 1994 for reconnaissance, surveillance, and intelligence missions.
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI
First flight 1 January 1994
Year introduced 2005
Number produced None units
Average unit price $9.5 million
Wingspan 26.0 m â—‰
Length 14.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 407 km/h â—‰
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 12,500 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,650 kg
Wingspan 16.6 m â—‰
Length 8.5 m â—‰
Maximum speed 207 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,000 km
Service ceiling 10,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,270 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Profile drawing of IAI Heron

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of Eitan (Heron TP) by IAI.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Heron?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is faster with a maximum speed of 407 km/h compared to the Heron's 207 km/h, a difference of 200 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Heron?
The Heron has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Eitan (Heron TP)'s 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Heron?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the Heron's 10,000 meters (32,808 ft).
Which is heavier, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Heron?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the Heron's 1,270 kg.
Which is larger, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Heron?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the Heron's 8.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Eitan (Heron TP) or Heron?
The Heron entered service first in 2005, 5 years before the Eitan (Heron TP) which entered service in 2010.