Heron vs ScanEagle
The Heron and the ScanEagle are both Military Drones, manufactured by IAI and Boeing Insitu respectively. Top speed is 207 km/h for the Heron vs 148 km/h for the ScanEagle. The Heron has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 100 km for the ScanEagle. The Heron operates at altitudes up to 10,000 m compared to 5,944 m for the ScanEagle. At 1,270 kg MTOW, the Heron is 58:1 the ScanEagle's 22 kg. Unit cost is $9.5M for the Heron vs $3M for the ScanEagle. The Heron first flew 6 years before the ScanEagle (1994 vs 2000).
| 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 |
| American unmanned vehicle, operational since 2005, notable for surveillance in military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Boeing Insitu |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $3 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 |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 1.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 148 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,944 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 13 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Heron or ScanEagle?
The Heron is faster with a maximum speed of 207 km/h compared to the ScanEagle's 148 km/h, a difference of 59 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Heron or ScanEagle?
The Heron has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the ScanEagle's 100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Heron or ScanEagle?
The Heron has a higher service ceiling at 10,000 meters (32,808 ft) compared to the ScanEagle's 5,944 meters (19,501 ft).
Which is heavier, the Heron or ScanEagle?
The Heron has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,270 kg compared to the ScanEagle's 22 kg.
Which is larger, the Heron or ScanEagle?
The Heron is longer at 8.5 meters compared to the ScanEagle's 1.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Heron or ScanEagle?
The Heron is more expensive at approximately $9.5 million per unit compared to the ScanEagle at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Heron or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle entered service first in 2005, 0 years before the Heron which entered service in 2005.