Scout vs Searcher

Overview

The Scout and the Searcher are both Military Drones, manufactured by IAI and IAI respectively.

Top speed is 176 km/h for the Scout vs 200 km/h for the Searcher. The Searcher operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 4,600 m for the Scout. At 436 kg MTOW, the Searcher is 2.7x the Scout's 159 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 --
Israeli drone, renowned for employment in reconnaissance and surveillance, notable for substantial service record since 1990s.
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI
First flight --
Year introduced 1992
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
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 8.6 m
Height -- m
Length 5.9 m
Maximum speed 200 km/h
Operational range 350 km
Service ceiling 6,100 m
Max. takeoff weight 436 kg
Empty weight 76 kg
Total thrust 0

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Scout or Searcher?
The Searcher is faster with a maximum speed of 200 km/h compared to the Scout's 176 km/h, a difference of 24 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Scout or Searcher?
The Searcher has a longer range at 350 km compared to the Scout's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Scout or Searcher?
The Searcher has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the Scout's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the Scout or Searcher?
The Searcher has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 436 kg compared to the Scout's 159 kg.
Which is larger, the Scout or Searcher?
The Searcher is longer at 5.8 meters compared to the Scout's 3.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Scout or Searcher?
The Scout entered service first in 1981, 11 years before the Searcher which entered service in 1992.