MQ-1 Predator vs Orlan-10
The MQ-1 Predator and the Orlan-10 are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and Special Technology Center respectively. Top speed is 217 km/h for the MQ-1 Predator vs 150 km/h for the Orlan-10. The MQ-1 Predator has an operational range of 1,250 km vs 110 km for the Orlan-10. The MQ-1 Predator operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 5,000 m for the Orlan-10. At 1,020 kg MTOW, the MQ-1 Predator is 64:1 the Orlan-10's 16 kg. The MQ-1 Predator has been produced in 360 units vs 1,000 for the Orlan-10. Unit cost is $4M for the MQ-1 Predator vs $0.05M for the Orlan-10. The MQ-1 Predator first flew 17 years before the Orlan-10 (1994 vs 2011).
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, operational since 1995, notable for its use in major conflicts like Iraq and Afghanistan wars. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 3 July 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1995 |
| Number produced | 360 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Russian reconnaissance unarmed drone, extensively used in the 2022 Ukraine war. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Special Technology Center |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| Wingspan | 14.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 217 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,250 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,020 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 512 kg â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 2.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 110 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9 kg â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-1 Predator or Orlan-10?
The MQ-1 Predator is faster with a maximum speed of 217 km/h compared to the Orlan-10's 150 km/h, a difference of 67 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-1 Predator or Orlan-10?
The MQ-1 Predator has a longer range at 1,250 km compared to the Orlan-10's 110 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-1 Predator or Orlan-10?
The MQ-1 Predator has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-1 Predator or Orlan-10?
The MQ-1 Predator has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,020 kg compared to the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-1 Predator or Orlan-10?
The MQ-1 Predator is longer at 8.2 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MQ-1 Predator or Orlan-10?
The MQ-1 Predator is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the Orlan-10 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the MQ-1 Predator or Orlan-10?
The MQ-1 Predator entered service first in 1995, 16 years before the Orlan-10 which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-1 Predator or Orlan-10?
The Orlan-10 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 360 units of the MQ-1 Predator.