Heron vs Orlan-10
The Heron and the Orlan-10 are both Military Drones, manufactured by IAI and Special Technology Center respectively. Top speed is 207 km/h for the Heron vs 150 km/h for the Orlan-10. The Heron has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 110 km for the Orlan-10. The Heron operates at altitudes up to 10,000 m compared to 5,000 m for the Orlan-10. At 1,270 kg MTOW, the Heron is 79:1 the Orlan-10's 16 kg. Unit cost is $9.5M for the Heron vs $0.05M for the Orlan-10. The Heron first flew 17 years before the Orlan-10 (1994 vs 2011).
| 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 | N/A |
| Average unit price | $9.5 million |
| Russian reconnaissance unarmed drone, extensively used in the 2022 Ukraine war. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Special Technology Center |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $50K |
| 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 |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 2.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 110 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Heron or Orlan-10?
The Heron is faster with a maximum speed of 207 km/h compared to the Orlan-10's 150 km/h, a difference of 57 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Heron or Orlan-10?
The Heron has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Orlan-10's 110 km.
Which can fly higher, the Heron or Orlan-10?
The Heron has a higher service ceiling at 10,000 meters (32,808 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Heron or Orlan-10?
The Heron has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,270 kg compared to the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
Which is larger, the Heron or Orlan-10?
The Heron is longer at 8.5 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Heron or Orlan-10?
The Heron is more expensive at approximately $9.5 million per unit compared to the Orlan-10 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Heron or Orlan-10?
The Heron entered service first in 2005, 6 years before the Orlan-10 which entered service in 2011.