GlobalMilitary.net Open-source military intelligence Updated daily

IAI Scout vs RQ-4 Global Hawk

IAI Scout vs RQ-4 Global Hawk at a glance — top speed 176 vs 629 km/h, max takeoff weight 159 vs 14,628 kg.

IAI Scout military drones side profile drawing
🇮🇱 IAI Scout
Northrop Grumman RQ-4 Global Hawk military drones side profile drawing
Specifications
IAI Scout RQ-4 Global Hawk
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI Northrop Grumman
First flight -- 28 February 1998
Year introduced 1981 2001
Number produced N/A 40 units
Average unit price -- $131 million
Wingspan 5.0 m 39.9 m
Height 0.9 m -- m
Length 3.7 m 14.5 m
Maximum speed 176 km/h 629 km/h
Operational range -- km 22,800 km
Service ceiling 4,600 m 18,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 159 kg 14,628 kg
Empty weight 96 kg 8,620 kg
Total thrust 1 x 16 kW --
Performance Radar Chart
Change comparison vs

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the IAI Scout or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 629 km/h compared to the IAI Scout's 176 km/h, a difference of 453 km/h.
Which has longer range, the IAI Scout or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk has a longer range at 22,800 km compared to the IAI Scout's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the IAI Scout or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the IAI Scout's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the IAI Scout or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 14,628 kg compared to the IAI Scout's 159 kg.
Which is larger, the IAI Scout or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk is longer at 14.5 meters compared to the IAI Scout's 3.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the IAI Scout or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The IAI Scout entered service first in 1981, 20 years before the RQ-4 Global Hawk which entered service in 2001.