GlobalMilitary.net Open-source military intelligence Updated daily

MQ-1 Predator vs Taranis

MQ-1 Predator vs Taranis at a glance — built 360 vs 1 units.

General Atomics MQ-1 Predator military drones side profile drawing
🇺🇸 MQ-1 Predator
Specifications
MQ-1 Predator Taranis
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer General Atomics BAE Systems
First flight 3 July 1994 10 August 2013
Year introduced 1995 --
Number produced 360 units 1 units
Average unit price $4 million $220 million
Wingspan 14.8 m 10.0 m
Length 8.2 m 4.0 m
Maximum speed 217 km/h -- km/h
Operational range 1,250 km -- km
Service ceiling 7,620 m 12,192 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,020 kg -- kg
Empty weight 512 kg -- kg
Performance Radar Chart
Change comparison vs

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MQ-1 Predator or Taranis?
The MQ-1 Predator is faster with a maximum speed of 217 km/h compared to the Taranis's 0 km/h, a difference of 217 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-1 Predator or Taranis?
The MQ-1 Predator has a longer range at 1,250 km compared to the Taranis's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-1 Predator or Taranis?
The Taranis has a higher service ceiling at 12,192 meters (40,000 ft) compared to the MQ-1 Predator's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-1 Predator or Taranis?
The MQ-1 Predator has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,020 kg compared to the Taranis's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-1 Predator or Taranis?
The MQ-1 Predator is longer at 8.2 meters compared to the Taranis's 4.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MQ-1 Predator or Taranis?
The Taranis is more expensive at approximately $220 million per unit compared to the MQ-1 Predator at $4.0 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-1 Predator or Taranis?
The MQ-1 Predator has been produced in greater numbers with 360 units compared to 1 units of the Taranis.