MQ-1 Predator vs MQ-20 Avenger
Overview
The MQ-1 Predator and the MQ-20 Avenger are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and General Atomics respectively.
The MQ-20 Avenger reaches 740 km/h — 3.4x the MQ-1 Predator's 217 km/h. The MQ-1 Predator has an operational range of 1,250 km vs 2,900 km for the MQ-20 Avenger. The MQ-20 Avenger operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 7,620 m for the MQ-1 Predator. At 8,255 kg MTOW, the MQ-20 Avenger is 8.1x the MQ-1 Predator's 1,020 kg.
The MQ-1 Predator has been produced in 360 units vs 9 for the MQ-20 Avenger. The MQ-1 Predator first flew 15 years before the MQ-20 Avenger (1994 vs 2009).
| 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 |
| American jet-powered unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, designed for stealthy reconnaissance and strike missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 4 April 2009 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 9 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 14.8 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 | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 13.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 740 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,900 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,255 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 17 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-1 Predator or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger is faster with a maximum speed of 740 km/h compared to the MQ-1 Predator's 217 km/h, a difference of 523 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-1 Predator or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a longer range at 2,900 km compared to the MQ-1 Predator's 1,250 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-1 Predator or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the MQ-1 Predator's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-1 Predator or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,255 kg compared to the MQ-1 Predator's 1,020 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-1 Predator or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-20 Avenger is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the MQ-1 Predator's 8.2 meters.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-1 Predator or MQ-20 Avenger?
The MQ-1 Predator has been produced in greater numbers with 360 units compared to 9 units of the MQ-20 Avenger.