Scout vs RQ-11 Raven
Overview
The Scout and the RQ-11 Raven are both Military Drones, manufactured by IAI and AeroVironment respectively.
Top speed is 176 km/h for the Scout vs 95 km/h for the RQ-11 Raven. The Scout operates at altitudes up to 4,600 m compared to 4,500 m for the RQ-11 Raven. At 159 kg MTOW, the Scout is 80:1 the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
| Israeli reconnaissance unmanned air vehicle, developed in the 1970s, used for battlefield surveillance and reconnaissance missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 1981 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, renowned for extensive service since 1990s, widely deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AeroVironment |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 19000 units |
| Average unit price | $170K |
| Wingspan | 5.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 0.9 m |
| Length | 3.7 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 176 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 159 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 96 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 16 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 1.4 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 0.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 95 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 10 km |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1.9 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Scout or RQ-11 Raven?
The Scout is faster with a maximum speed of 176 km/h compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 95 km/h, a difference of 81 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Scout or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has a longer range at 10 km compared to the Scout's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Scout or RQ-11 Raven?
The Scout has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 ft) compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Scout or RQ-11 Raven?
The Scout has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 159 kg compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
Which is larger, the Scout or RQ-11 Raven?
The Scout is longer at 3.7 meters compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 0.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Scout or RQ-11 Raven?
The Scout entered service first in 1981, 22 years before the RQ-11 Raven which entered service in 2003.