MQ-1 Predator vs MQ-1C Gray Eagle
Overview
The MQ-1 Predator and the MQ-1C Gray Eagle are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and General Atomics respectively.
Top speed is 217 km/h for the MQ-1 Predator vs 309 km/h for the MQ-1C Gray Eagle. The MQ-1 Predator has an operational range of 1,250 km vs 370 km for the MQ-1C Gray Eagle. The MQ-1C Gray Eagle operates at altitudes up to 8,839 m compared to 7,620 m for the MQ-1 Predator.
The MQ-1 Predator has been produced in 360 units vs 204 for the MQ-1C Gray Eagle. The MQ-1 Predator first flew 10 years before the MQ-1C Gray Eagle (1994 vs 2004).
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, operational since 1995, notable for its use in major conflicts like Iraq and Afghanistan wars. | |
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| 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 medium-altitude, long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle, introduced in the early 21st century and primarily utilized by the United States Army for reconnaissance and strike missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 1 October 2004 |
| Year introduced | 2009 |
| Number produced | 204 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 2.1 m |
| Length | 8.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 309 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 370 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 8,839 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,633 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1,318 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 123 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-1 Predator or MQ-1C Gray Eagle?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 309 km/h compared to the MQ-1 Predator's 217 km/h, a difference of 92 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-1 Predator or MQ-1C Gray Eagle?
The MQ-1 Predator has a longer range at 1,250 km compared to the MQ-1C Gray Eagle's 370 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-1 Predator or MQ-1C Gray Eagle?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 8,839 meters (28,999 ft) compared to the MQ-1 Predator's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-1 Predator or MQ-1C Gray Eagle?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,633 kg compared to the MQ-1 Predator's 1,020 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-1 Predator or MQ-1C Gray Eagle?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle is longer at 8.5 meters compared to the MQ-1 Predator's 8.2 meters.
Which entered service first, the MQ-1 Predator or MQ-1C Gray Eagle?
The MQ-1 Predator entered service first in 1995, 14 years before the MQ-1C Gray Eagle which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-1 Predator or MQ-1C Gray Eagle?
The MQ-1 Predator has been produced in greater numbers with 360 units compared to 204 units of the MQ-1C Gray Eagle.