MQ-20 Avenger vs Tu-143 Reys
Overview
The MQ-20 Avenger and the Tu-143 Reys are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and Tupolev respectively.
Top speed is 740 km/h for the MQ-20 Avenger vs 950 km/h for the Tu-143 Reys. The MQ-20 Avenger has an operational range of 2,900 km vs 200 km for the Tu-143 Reys. The MQ-20 Avenger operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 5,000 m for the Tu-143 Reys. At 8,255 kg MTOW, the MQ-20 Avenger is 6.7x the Tu-143 Reys's 1,230 kg.
The MQ-20 Avenger has been produced in 9 units vs 950 for the Tu-143 Reys. The Tu-143 Reys first flew 39 years before the MQ-20 Avenger (1970 vs 2009).
| 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 | -- |
| 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 | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Height | -- 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 ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 17 kN ◉ |
| 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 ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-20 Avenger or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the MQ-20 Avenger's 740 km/h, a difference of 210 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-20 Avenger or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a longer range at 2,900 km compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-20 Avenger or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-20 Avenger or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8,255 kg compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 1,230 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-20 Avenger or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-20 Avenger is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 8.1 meters.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-20 Avenger or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has been produced in greater numbers with 950 units compared to 9 units of the MQ-20 Avenger.