Korsar vs RQ-7 Shadow
Overview
The Korsar and the RQ-7 Shadow are both Military Drones, manufactured by OKB Luch and AAI Corporation respectively.
Top speed is 150 km/h for the Korsar vs 200 km/h for the RQ-7 Shadow. The Korsar has an operational range of 250 km vs 109 km for the RQ-7 Shadow. The RQ-7 Shadow operates at altitudes up to 4,600 m compared to 2,000 m for the Korsar. At 400 kg MTOW, the Korsar is 2.4x the RQ-7 Shadow's 170 kg.
The RQ-7 Shadow first flew 24 years before the Korsar (1991 vs 2015).
| Russian medium-weight tactical unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, used for reconnaissance, strike, and electronic warfare missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | OKB Luch |
| First flight | 1 January 2015 |
| Year introduced | 2018 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American reconnaissance drone, integral to operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, recognized for its surveillance and target acquisition roles. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AAI Corporation |
| First flight | 1 January 1991 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 500 units |
| Average unit price | $750K |
| Wingspan | 6.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 4.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 250 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 2,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 400 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 200 kg ◉ |
| Wingspan | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 3.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 109 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 170 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 86 kg ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Korsar or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow is faster with a maximum speed of 200 km/h compared to the Korsar's 150 km/h, a difference of 50 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Korsar or RQ-7 Shadow?
The Korsar has a longer range at 250 km compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 109 km.
Which can fly higher, the Korsar or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 ft) compared to the Korsar's 2,000 meters (6,561 ft).
Which is heavier, the Korsar or RQ-7 Shadow?
The Korsar has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 400 kg compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 170 kg.
Which is larger, the Korsar or RQ-7 Shadow?
The Korsar is longer at 4.2 meters compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 3.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the Korsar or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow entered service first in 2002, 16 years before the Korsar which entered service in 2018.