KUS-FS vs Wing Loong II
Overview
The KUS-FS and the Wing Loong II are both Military Drones, manufactured by Korean Air and CAIG / CASC respectively.
Top speed is 360 km/h for the KUS-FS vs 370 km/h for the Wing Loong II. The KUS-FS has an operational range of 500 km vs 1,000 km for the Wing Loong II. The KUS-FS operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 9,000 m for the Wing Loong II.
The KUS-FS first flew 5 years before the Wing Loong II (2012 vs 2017).
| 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 | -- |
| Chinese unmanned combat aerial vehicle, prominent in the 21st century, extensively deployed for surveillance and strike operations. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | CAIG / CASC |
| First flight | 1 February 2017 |
| Year introduced | 2018 |
| Number produced | 100 units |
| Average unit price | $2 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 | 20.5 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 370 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,200 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,500 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the KUS-FS or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II is faster with a maximum speed of 370 km/h compared to the KUS-FS's 360 km/h, a difference of 10 km/h.
Which has longer range, the KUS-FS or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the KUS-FS's 500 km.
Which can fly higher, the KUS-FS or Wing Loong II?
The KUS-FS has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the Wing Loong II's 9,000 meters (29,527 ft).
Which is heavier, the KUS-FS or Wing Loong II?
The KUS-FS has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,750 kg compared to the Wing Loong II's 4,200 kg.
Which is larger, the KUS-FS or Wing Loong II?
The KUS-FS is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the Wing Loong II's 11.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the KUS-FS or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II entered service first in 2018, 7 years before the KUS-FS which entered service in 2025.