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Korsar vs Sokol Altius

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Specifications
Korsar Sokol Altius
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Luch OKB Sokol
First flight 1 January 2015 20 August 2019
Year introduced 2018 2012
Number produced N/A 3 units
Average unit price -- --
Wingspan 6.5 m 28.5 m
Length 4.2 m 11.6 m
Maximum speed 150 km/h 350 km/h
Operational range 250 km 10,000 km
Service ceiling 2,000 m 12,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 400 kg 6,000 kg
Empty weight 200 kg 6,000 kg
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Overview

The Korsar and the Sokol Altius are both Military Drones, manufactured by Luch and OKB Sokol respectively.

The Sokol Altius reaches 350 km/h — 2.3x the Korsar's 150 km/h. The Korsar has an operational range of 250 km vs 10,000 km for the Sokol Altius. The Sokol Altius operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 2,000 m for the Korsar. At 6,000 kg MTOW, the Sokol Altius is 15:1 the Korsar's 400 kg.

The Korsar first flew 4 years before the Sokol Altius (2015 vs 2019).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Korsar or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius is faster with a maximum speed of 350 km/h compared to the Korsar's 150 km/h, a difference of 200 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Korsar or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius has a longer range at 10,000 km compared to the Korsar's 250 km.
Which can fly higher, the Korsar or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the Korsar's 2,000 meters (6,561 ft).
Which is heavier, the Korsar or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,000 kg compared to the Korsar's 400 kg.
Which is larger, the Korsar or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius is longer at 11.6 meters compared to the Korsar's 4.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the Korsar or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius entered service first in 2012, 6 years before the Korsar which entered service in 2018.