KUS-FS vs MQ-9 Reaper
Overview
The KUS-FS and the MQ-9 Reaper are both Military Drones, manufactured by Korean Air and General Atomics respectively.
Top speed is 360 km/h for the KUS-FS vs 300 km/h for the MQ-9 Reaper. The KUS-FS has an operational range of 500 km vs 1,850 km for the MQ-9 Reaper. The MQ-9 Reaper operates at altitudes up to 15,000 m compared to 13,716 m for the KUS-FS.
The MQ-9 Reaper first flew 11 years before the KUS-FS (2001 vs 2012).
| 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 | -- |
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 1 February 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,223 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the KUS-FS or MQ-9 Reaper?
The KUS-FS is faster with a maximum speed of 360 km/h compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 300 km/h, a difference of 60 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KUS-FS or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the KUS-FS's 500 km.
Which can fly higher, the KUS-FS or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the KUS-FS's 13,716 meters (45,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the KUS-FS or MQ-9 Reaper?
The KUS-FS has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,750 kg compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 4,760 kg.
Which is larger, the KUS-FS or MQ-9 Reaper?
The KUS-FS is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 11.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the KUS-FS or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper entered service first in 2007, 18 years before the KUS-FS which entered service in 2025.