Heron vs Ranger
Overview
The Heron and the Ranger are both Military Drones, manufactured by IAI and RUAG respectively.
Top speed is 207 km/h for the Heron vs 220 km/h for the Ranger. The Heron has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 100 km for the Ranger. The Heron operates at altitudes up to 10,000 m compared to 4,500 m for the Ranger. At 1,270 kg MTOW, the Heron is 4.5x the Ranger's 285 kg.
| 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 |
| Swiss-Israeli tactical reconnaissance UAV, developed in the late 20th century, used for military reconnaissance and civilian search and rescue. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇭 Switzerland |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | RUAG |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 40 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 16.6 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 8.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 207 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 10,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,270 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 5.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.1 m |
| Length | 4.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 220 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 100 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 285 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 31 kW ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Detailed Comparison
Loading analysis...
Generating comparison analysis...
Unable to generate comparison at this time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Heron or Ranger?
The Ranger is faster with a maximum speed of 220 km/h compared to the Heron's 207 km/h, a difference of 13 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Heron or Ranger?
The Heron has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Ranger's 100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Heron or Ranger?
The Heron has a higher service ceiling at 10,000 meters (32,808 ft) compared to the Ranger's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Heron or Ranger?
The Heron has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,270 kg compared to the Ranger's 285 kg.
Which is larger, the Heron or Ranger?
The Heron is longer at 8.5 meters compared to the Ranger's 4.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the Heron or Ranger?
The Ranger entered service first in 1999, 6 years before the Heron which entered service in 2005.