MQ-1 Predator vs Tu-143 Reys
The MQ-1 Predator and the Tu-143 Reys are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and Tupolev respectively. The Tu-143 Reys reaches 950 km/h — 4.4x the MQ-1 Predator's 217 km/h. The MQ-1 Predator has an operational range of 1,250 km vs 200 km for the Tu-143 Reys. The MQ-1 Predator operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 5,000 m for the Tu-143 Reys. The MQ-1 Predator has been produced in 360 units vs 950 for the Tu-143 Reys. The Tu-143 Reys first flew 24 years before the MQ-1 Predator (1970 vs 1994).
| 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 |
| Soviet unmanned reconnaissance aircraft from 1970s used for tactical reconnaissance missions | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 1 January 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 950 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wingspan | 14.8 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 8.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 217 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,250 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,020 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 512 kg |
| Wingspan | 2.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.5 m |
| Length | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 950 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,230 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-1 Predator or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the MQ-1 Predator's 217 km/h, a difference of 733 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-1 Predator or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-1 Predator has a longer range at 1,250 km compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-1 Predator or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-1 Predator has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-1 Predator or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,230 kg compared to the MQ-1 Predator's 1,020 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-1 Predator or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-1 Predator is longer at 8.2 meters compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the MQ-1 Predator or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys entered service first in 1976, 19 years before the MQ-1 Predator which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-1 Predator or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has been produced in greater numbers with 950 units compared to 360 units of the MQ-1 Predator.