Heron vs MQ-8 Fire Scout
| 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 |
| US unmanned helicopter drone, utilized predominantly in reconnaissance and target acquisition in Afghanistan and Libya war zones. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Northrop Grumman |
| First flight | 1 January 2002 |
| Year introduced | 2009 |
| Number produced | 40 units |
| Average unit price | $18 million |
| Wingspan | 16.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 207 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,270 kg â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 9.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 7.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 230 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,450 kg â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Heron or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The MQ-8 Fire Scout is faster with a maximum speed of 230 km/h compared to the Heron's 207 km/h, a difference of 23 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Heron or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The Heron has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the MQ-8 Fire Scout's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Heron or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The Heron has a higher service ceiling at 10,000 meters (32,808 ft) compared to the MQ-8 Fire Scout's 6,100 meters (20,013 ft).
Which is heavier, the Heron or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The MQ-8 Fire Scout has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,450 kg compared to the Heron's 1,270 kg.
Which is larger, the Heron or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The Heron is longer at 8.5 meters compared to the MQ-8 Fire Scout's 7.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Heron or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The MQ-8 Fire Scout is more expensive at approximately $18 million per unit compared to the Heron at $9.5 million.
Which entered service first, the Heron or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The Heron entered service first in 2005, 4 years before the MQ-8 Fire Scout which entered service in 2009.