MQ-1C Gray Eagle vs RQ-7 Shadow
Overview
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle and the RQ-7 Shadow are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and AAI Corporation respectively.
Top speed is 309 km/h for the MQ-1C Gray Eagle vs 200 km/h for the RQ-7 Shadow. The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has an operational range of 370 km vs 109 km for the RQ-7 Shadow. The MQ-1C Gray Eagle operates at altitudes up to 8,839 m compared to 4,600 m for the RQ-7 Shadow. At 1,633 kg MTOW, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle is 9.6x the RQ-7 Shadow's 170 kg.
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has been produced in 204 units vs 500 for the RQ-7 Shadow. The RQ-7 Shadow first flew 13 years before the MQ-1C Gray Eagle (1991 vs 2004).
| 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. | |
| 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 | -- |
| American reconnaissance drone, integral to operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, recognized for its surveillance and target acquisition roles. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AAI Corporation |
| First flight | 1 January 1991 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 500 units |
| Average unit price | $750K |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 3.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 109 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 170 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 86 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or RQ-7 Shadow?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 309 km/h compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 200 km/h, a difference of 109 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or RQ-7 Shadow?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has a longer range at 370 km compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 109 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or RQ-7 Shadow?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 8,839 meters (28,999 ft) compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or RQ-7 Shadow?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,633 kg compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 170 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or RQ-7 Shadow?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle is longer at 8.5 meters compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 3.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow entered service first in 2002, 7 years before the MQ-1C Gray Eagle which entered service in 2009.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow has been produced in greater numbers with 500 units compared to 204 units of the MQ-1C Gray Eagle.