Kronshtadt Orion vs Orlan-10
| Russian unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the 2010s, utilized for reconnaissance and strike missions in modern conflicts. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Kronstadt Group |
| First flight | 1 January 2016 |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Number produced | 48 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Russian reconnaissance unarmed drone, extensively used in the 2022 Ukraine war. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Special Technology Center |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| Wingspan | 16.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.0 m |
| Length | 8.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,440 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,150 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 2.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 110 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Kronshtadt Orion or Orlan-10?
The Kronshtadt Orion is faster with a maximum speed of 200 km/h compared to the Orlan-10's 150 km/h, a difference of 50 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Kronshtadt Orion or Orlan-10?
The Kronshtadt Orion has a longer range at 1,440 km compared to the Orlan-10's 110 km.
Which can fly higher, the Kronshtadt Orion or Orlan-10?
The Kronshtadt Orion has a higher service ceiling at 7,500 meters (24,606 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Kronshtadt Orion or Orlan-10?
The Kronshtadt Orion has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,150 kg compared to the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
Which is larger, the Kronshtadt Orion or Orlan-10?
The Kronshtadt Orion is longer at 8.0 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Kronshtadt Orion or Orlan-10?
The Orlan-10 entered service first in 2011, 9 years before the Kronshtadt Orion which entered service in 2020.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kronshtadt Orion or Orlan-10?
The Orlan-10 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 48 units of the Kronshtadt Orion.