IAI Harpy vs Tu-143 Reys
Overview
The IAI Harpy and the Tu-143 Reys are both Military Drones, manufactured by IAI and Tupolev respectively.
The Tu-143 Reys reaches 950 km/h — 5.1x the IAI Harpy's 185 km/h. The IAI Harpy has an operational range of 200 km vs 200 km for the Tu-143 Reys. The Tu-143 Reys operates at altitudes up to 5,000 m compared to 4,572 m for the IAI Harpy. At 1,230 kg MTOW, the Tu-143 Reys is 9.1x the IAI Harpy's 135 kg.
The Tu-143 Reys first flew 19 years before the IAI Harpy (1970 vs 1989).
| Israeli loitering munition, developed in the late 1980s, designed for the suppression of enemy air defenses by attacking radar systems. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 1 January 1989 |
| Year introduced | 1989 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $55 million |
| Soviet unmanned reconnaissance aircraft from 1970s used for tactical reconnaissance missions | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 1 January 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 950 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 2.1 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 2.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 185 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,572 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 135 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 28 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 2.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.5 m |
| Length | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 950 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,230 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the IAI Harpy or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the IAI Harpy's 185 km/h, a difference of 765 km/h.
Which has longer range, the IAI Harpy or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a longer range at 200 km compared to the IAI Harpy's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the IAI Harpy or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the IAI Harpy's 4,572 meters (15,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the IAI Harpy or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,230 kg compared to the IAI Harpy's 135 kg.
Which is larger, the IAI Harpy or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is longer at 8.1 meters compared to the IAI Harpy's 2.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the IAI Harpy or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys entered service first in 1976, 13 years before the IAI Harpy which entered service in 1989.