Lakshya vs RQ-11 Raven
Overview
The Lakshya and the RQ-11 Raven are both Military Drones, manufactured by DRDO and AeroVironment respectively.
The Lakshya reaches 858 km/h — 9.0x the RQ-11 Raven's 95 km/h. The Lakshya has an operational range of 150 km vs 10 km for the RQ-11 Raven. The Lakshya operates at altitudes up to 9,000 m compared to 4,500 m for the RQ-11 Raven. At 705 kg MTOW, the Lakshya is 352:1 the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
The Lakshya has been produced in 23 units vs 19,000 for the RQ-11 Raven. Unit cost is $0.45M for the Lakshya vs $0.17M for the RQ-11 Raven. The Lakshya first flew 15 years before the RQ-11 Raven (1985 vs 2000).
| Indian high-speed target drone system developed in the late 20th century, remotely piloted for aerial reconnaissance and live-fire training. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇳 India |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | DRDO |
| First flight | 1 December 1985 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 23 units |
| Average unit price | $450K |
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, renowned for extensive service since 1990s, widely deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AeroVironment |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 19000 units |
| Average unit price | $170K |
| Wing area | 2.3 m² |
| Wingspan | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 2.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 858 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 150 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 705 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 380 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 1.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 0.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 95 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 10 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1.9 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Lakshya or RQ-11 Raven?
The Lakshya is faster with a maximum speed of 858 km/h compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 95 km/h, a difference of 763 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Lakshya or RQ-11 Raven?
The Lakshya has a longer range at 150 km compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the Lakshya or RQ-11 Raven?
The Lakshya has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Lakshya or RQ-11 Raven?
The Lakshya has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 705 kg compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
Which is larger, the Lakshya or RQ-11 Raven?
The Lakshya is longer at 2.4 meters compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 0.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Lakshya or RQ-11 Raven?
The Lakshya is more expensive at approximately $0.5 million per unit compared to the RQ-11 Raven at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the Lakshya or RQ-11 Raven?
The Lakshya entered service first in 2000, 3 years before the RQ-11 Raven which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Lakshya or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 19,000 units compared to 23 units of the Lakshya.