MQ-1C Gray Eagle vs ZALA Lancet
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle and the ZALA Lancet are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and ZALA Aero respectively. Top speed is 309 km/h for the MQ-1C Gray Eagle vs 300 km/h for the ZALA Lancet. The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has an operational range of 370 km vs 40 km for the ZALA Lancet. The MQ-1C Gray Eagle operates at altitudes up to 8,839 m compared to 5,000 m for the ZALA Lancet. At 1,633 kg MTOW, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle is 136:1 the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg. The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has been produced in 204 units vs 6,000 for the ZALA Lancet. The MQ-1C Gray Eagle first flew 15 years before the ZALA Lancet (2004 vs 2019).
| 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 | -- |
| Russian loitering munition and unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the late 2010s, utilized for reconnaissance and precision strike operations in modern conflicts. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | ZALA Aero |
| First flight | 1 June 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Number produced | 6000 units |
| Average unit price | $37K |
| Wingspan | 17.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.1 m |
| Length | 8.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 309 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 370 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,839 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,633 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,318 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 123 kW â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 2.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 1.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 40 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or ZALA Lancet?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 309 km/h compared to the ZALA Lancet's 300 km/h, a difference of 9 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or ZALA Lancet?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has a longer range at 370 km compared to the ZALA Lancet's 40 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or ZALA Lancet?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 8,839 meters (28,999 ft) compared to the ZALA Lancet's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or ZALA Lancet?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,633 kg compared to the ZALA Lancet's 12 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or ZALA Lancet?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle is longer at 8.5 meters compared to the ZALA Lancet's 1.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or ZALA Lancet?
The MQ-1C Gray Eagle entered service first in 2009, 11 years before the ZALA Lancet which entered service in 2020.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-1C Gray Eagle or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has been produced in greater numbers with 6,000 units compared to 204 units of the MQ-1C Gray Eagle.