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.