MQ-4 Triton vs MQ-9 Reaper
The MQ-4 Triton and the MQ-9 Reaper are both Military Drones, manufactured by Northrop Grumman and General Atomics respectively. The MQ-4 Triton reaches 610 km/h — 2.0x the MQ-9 Reaper's 300 km/h. The MQ-4 Triton has an operational range of 15,200 km vs 1,850 km for the MQ-9 Reaper. The MQ-4 Triton operates at altitudes up to 16,800 m compared to 15,000 m for the MQ-9 Reaper. At 14,628 kg MTOW, the MQ-4 Triton is 3.1x the MQ-9 Reaper's 4,760 kg. The MQ-4 Triton has been produced in 30 units vs 300 for the MQ-9 Reaper. Unit cost is $180M for the MQ-4 Triton vs $30M for the MQ-9 Reaper. The MQ-9 Reaper first flew 12 years before the MQ-4 Triton (2001 vs 2013).
| American unmanned surveillance aircraft, known for deployments in persistent maritime ISR missions. | |
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| 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 |
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 1 February 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| Wingspan | 39.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 14.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 610 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 15,200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 16,800 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 14,628 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,781 kg ◉ |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,223 kg ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-4 Triton or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-4 Triton is faster with a maximum speed of 610 km/h compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 300 km/h, a difference of 310 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-4 Triton or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-4 Triton has a longer range at 15,200 km compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 1,850 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-4 Triton or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher service ceiling at 16,800 meters (55,118 ft) compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-4 Triton or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 14,628 kg compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 4,760 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-4 Triton or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-4 Triton is longer at 14.5 meters compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 11.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MQ-4 Triton or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-4 Triton is more expensive at approximately $180 million per unit compared to the MQ-9 Reaper at $30 million.
Which entered service first, the MQ-4 Triton or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper entered service first in 2007, 6 years before the MQ-4 Triton which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-4 Triton or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has been produced in greater numbers with 300 units compared to 30 units of the MQ-4 Triton.