Mastiff vs Searcher

Overview

The Mastiff and the Searcher are both Military Drones, manufactured by Tadiran and IAI respectively.

Top speed is 185 km/h for the Mastiff vs 200 km/h for the Searcher. The Searcher operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 4,480 m for the Mastiff. At 436 kg MTOW, the Searcher is 3.2x the Mastiff's 138 kg.

Israeli battlefield unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the 1970s, used for real-time military surveillance and reconnaissance.
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Tadiran
First flight 1 January 1973
Year introduced --
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Israeli drone, renowned for employment in reconnaissance and surveillance, notable for substantial service record since 1990s.
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI
First flight --
Year introduced 1992
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Wingspan 4.3 m
Height 0.9 m
Length 3.3 m
Maximum speed 185 km/h
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 4,480 m
Max. takeoff weight 138 kg
Empty weight 72 kg
Wingspan 8.6 m
Height -- m
Length 5.9 m
Maximum speed 200 km/h
Operational range 350 km
Service ceiling 6,100 m
Max. takeoff weight 436 kg
Empty weight 76 kg

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Mastiff or Searcher?
The Searcher is faster with a maximum speed of 200 km/h compared to the Mastiff's 185 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Mastiff or Searcher?
The Searcher has a longer range at 350 km compared to the Mastiff's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Mastiff or Searcher?
The Searcher has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the Mastiff's 4,480 meters (14,698 ft).
Which is heavier, the Mastiff or Searcher?
The Searcher has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 436 kg compared to the Mastiff's 138 kg.
Which is larger, the Mastiff or Searcher?
The Searcher is longer at 5.8 meters compared to the Mastiff's 3.3 meters.