Eitan (Heron TP) vs MQ-4 Triton
| Israeli large unmanned combat aerial vehicle, deployed from 2010, known for surveillance, reconnaissance, and combat roles globally. | |
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 1 January 2004 |
| Year introduced | 2010 |
| Number produced | None units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| American unmanned surveillance aircraft, known for deployments in persistent maritime ISR missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Northrop Grumman |
| First flight | 22 May 2013 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 30 units |
| Average unit price | $180 million |
| Wingspan | 26.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 407 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 12,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,670 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,650 kg |
| Wingspan | 39.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 610 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 15,200 km |
| Service ceiling | 16,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 14,628 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Eitan (Heron TP) by IAI.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Eitan (Heron TP) or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton is faster with a maximum speed of 610 km/h compared to the Eitan (Heron TP)'s 407 km/h, a difference of 203 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Eitan (Heron TP) or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton has a longer range at 15,200 km compared to the Eitan (Heron TP)'s 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Eitan (Heron TP) or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher service ceiling at 16,800 meters (55,118 ft) compared to the Eitan (Heron TP)'s 12,500 meters (41,010 ft).
Which is heavier, the Eitan (Heron TP) or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 14,628 kg compared to the Eitan (Heron TP)'s 5,670 kg.
Which is larger, the Eitan (Heron TP) or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton is longer at 14.5 meters compared to the Eitan (Heron TP)'s 14.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Eitan (Heron TP) or MQ-4 Triton?
The Eitan (Heron TP) entered service first in 2010, 3 years before the MQ-4 Triton which entered service in 2013.