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MQ-20 Avenger vs RQ-170 Sentinel

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Specifications
MQ-20 Avenger RQ-170 Sentinel
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer General Atomics Lockheed Martin
First flight 4 April 2009 1 January 2005
Year introduced -- 2007
Number produced 9 units N/A
Average unit price -- $6 million
Wingspan 20.0 m 20.0 m
Length 13.0 m 4.8 m
Maximum speed 740 km/h -- km/h
Operational range 2,900 km -- km
Service ceiling 15,240 m 15,240 m
Max. takeoff weight 8,255 kg -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 17 kN 0
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Overview

The MQ-20 Avenger and the RQ-170 Sentinel are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and Lockheed Martin respectively.

The MQ-20 Avenger operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 15,240 m for the RQ-170 Sentinel.

The RQ-170 Sentinel first flew 4 years before the MQ-20 Avenger (2005 vs 2009).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MQ-20 Avenger or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The MQ-20 Avenger is faster with a maximum speed of 740 km/h compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km/h, a difference of 740 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-20 Avenger or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a longer range at 2,900 km compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-20 Avenger or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-170 Sentinel has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the MQ-20 Avenger's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-20 Avenger or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,255 kg compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-20 Avenger or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The MQ-20 Avenger is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 4.8 meters.