MQ-1C Gray Eagle vs Tu-143 Reys
Overview
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle and the Tu-143 Reys are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and Tupolev respectively.
The Tu-143 Reys reaches 950 km/h — 3.1x the MQ-1C Gray Eagle's 309 km/h. The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has an operational range of 370 km vs 200 km for the Tu-143 Reys. The MQ-1C Gray Eagle operates at altitudes up to 8,839 m compared to 5,000 m for the Tu-143 Reys.
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has been produced in 204 units vs 950 for the Tu-143 Reys. The Tu-143 Reys first flew 34 years before the MQ-1C Gray Eagle (1970 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 | -- |
| 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 | -- |
| 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 | 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 |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the MQ-1C Gray Eagle's 309 km/h, a difference of 641 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has a longer range at 370 km compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 8,839 meters (28,999 ft) compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,633 kg compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 1,230 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle is longer at 8.5 meters compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys entered service first in 1976, 33 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 Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has been produced in greater numbers with 950 units compared to 204 units of the MQ-1C Gray Eagle.