CH-5 Rainbow vs KUS-FS
Overview
The CH-5 Rainbow and the KUS-FS are both Military Drones, manufactured by CASC and Korean Air respectively.
Top speed is 480 km/h for the CH-5 Rainbow vs 360 km/h for the KUS-FS. The CH-5 Rainbow has an operational range of 2,000 km vs 500 km for the KUS-FS. The KUS-FS operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 9,000 m for the CH-5 Rainbow.
The KUS-FS first flew 3 years before the CH-5 Rainbow (2012 vs 2015).
| Chinese combat drone extensively deployed for surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | CASC |
| First flight | 1 August 2015 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| South Korean medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, designed for strategic surveillance and reconnaissance operations. | |
| Origin country | 🇰🇷 South Korea |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Korean Air |
| First flight | 1 January 2012 |
| Year introduced | 2025 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 21.0 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 480 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,300 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,225 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 25.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.0 m |
| Length | 13.0 m |
| Maximum speed | 360 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 500 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,750 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 890 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CH-5 Rainbow or KUS-FS?
The CH-5 Rainbow is faster with a maximum speed of 480 km/h compared to the KUS-FS's 360 km/h, a difference of 120 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CH-5 Rainbow or KUS-FS?
The CH-5 Rainbow has a longer range at 2,000 km compared to the KUS-FS's 500 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-5 Rainbow or KUS-FS?
The KUS-FS has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 9,000 meters (29,527 ft).
Which is heavier, the CH-5 Rainbow or KUS-FS?
The KUS-FS has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,750 kg compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 3,300 kg.
Which is larger, the CH-5 Rainbow or KUS-FS?
The KUS-FS is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the CH-5 Rainbow or KUS-FS?
The CH-5 Rainbow entered service first in 2015, 10 years before the KUS-FS which entered service in 2025.