Heron vs MQ-4 Triton
| Israeli MALE unmanned aerial vehicle, utilized globally since 1994 for reconnaissance, surveillance, and intelligence missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | 1 January 1994 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | None units |
| Average unit price | $9.5 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 | 16.6 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 207 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 10,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,270 kg â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 39.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 610 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 15,200 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 16,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 14,628 kg â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Heron or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton is faster with a maximum speed of 610 km/h compared to the Heron's 207 km/h, a difference of 403 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Heron or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton has a longer range at 15,200 km compared to the Heron's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Heron or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher service ceiling at 16,800 meters (55,118 ft) compared to the Heron's 10,000 meters (32,808 ft).
Which is heavier, the Heron or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 14,628 kg compared to the Heron's 1,270 kg.
Which is larger, the Heron or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton is longer at 14.5 meters compared to the Heron's 8.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Heron or MQ-4 Triton?
The MQ-4 Triton is more expensive at approximately $180 million per unit compared to the Heron at $9.5 million.
Which entered service first, the Heron or MQ-4 Triton?
The Heron entered service first in 2005, 8 years before the MQ-4 Triton which entered service in 2013.