MQ-1 Predator vs ScanEagle
The MQ-1 Predator and the ScanEagle are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and Boeing Insitu respectively. Top speed is 217 km/h for the MQ-1 Predator vs 148 km/h for the ScanEagle. The MQ-1 Predator has an operational range of 1,250 km vs 100 km for the ScanEagle. The MQ-1 Predator operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 5,944 m for the ScanEagle. At 1,020 kg MTOW, the MQ-1 Predator is 46:1 the ScanEagle's 22 kg. The MQ-1 Predator has been produced in 360 units vs 1,000 for the ScanEagle. Unit cost is $4M for the MQ-1 Predator vs $3M for the ScanEagle. The MQ-1 Predator first flew 6 years before the ScanEagle (1994 vs 2000).
| 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 |
| American unmanned vehicle, operational since 2005, notable for surveillance in military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Boeing Insitu |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $3 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—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 1.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 148 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,944 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 13 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-1 Predator or ScanEagle?
The MQ-1 Predator is faster with a maximum speed of 217 km/h compared to the ScanEagle's 148 km/h, a difference of 69 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-1 Predator or ScanEagle?
The MQ-1 Predator has a longer range at 1,250 km compared to the ScanEagle's 100 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-1 Predator or ScanEagle?
The MQ-1 Predator has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the ScanEagle's 5,944 meters (19,501 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-1 Predator or ScanEagle?
The MQ-1 Predator has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,020 kg compared to the ScanEagle's 22 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-1 Predator or ScanEagle?
The MQ-1 Predator is longer at 8.2 meters compared to the ScanEagle's 1.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MQ-1 Predator or ScanEagle?
The MQ-1 Predator is more expensive at approximately $4.0 million per unit compared to the ScanEagle at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the MQ-1 Predator or ScanEagle?
The MQ-1 Predator entered service first in 1995, 10 years before the ScanEagle which entered service in 2005.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-1 Predator or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 360 units of the MQ-1 Predator.