Heron vs MQ-9 Reaper
| 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 |
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 1 February 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $30 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—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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| Wingspan | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,223 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Heron or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Heron's 207 km/h, a difference of 93 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Heron or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the Heron's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Heron or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Heron's 10,000 meters (32,808 ft).
Which is heavier, the Heron or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the Heron's 1,270 kg.
Which is larger, the Heron or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the Heron's 8.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Heron or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the Heron at $9.5 million.
Which entered service first, the Heron or MQ-9 Reaper?
The Heron entered service first in 2005, 2 years before the MQ-9 Reaper which entered service in 2007.