MQ-4 Triton vs Sokol Altius
Overview
The MQ-4 Triton and the Sokol Altius are both Military Drones, manufactured by Northrop Grumman and OKB Sokol respectively.
Top speed is 610 km/h for the MQ-4 Triton vs 350 km/h for the Sokol Altius. The MQ-4 Triton has an operational range of 15,200 km vs 10,000 km for the Sokol Altius. The MQ-4 Triton operates at altitudes up to 16,800 m compared to 12,000 m for the Sokol Altius. At 14,628 kg MTOW, the MQ-4 Triton is 2.4x the Sokol Altius's 6,000 kg.
The MQ-4 Triton has been produced in 30 units vs 3 for the Sokol Altius. The MQ-4 Triton first flew 6 years before the Sokol Altius (2013 vs 2019).
| 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 |
| Russian unmanned aerial vehicle, introduced in 2019, with high-altitude, long-endurance operations yet to be operationally deployed. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | OKB Sokol |
| First flight | 20 August 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2012 |
| Number produced | 3 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 28.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 350 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 10,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6,000 kg ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-4 Triton or Sokol Altius?
The MQ-4 Triton is faster with a maximum speed of 610 km/h compared to the Sokol Altius's 350 km/h, a difference of 260 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-4 Triton or Sokol Altius?
The MQ-4 Triton has a longer range at 15,200 km compared to the Sokol Altius's 10,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-4 Triton or Sokol Altius?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher service ceiling at 16,800 meters (55,118 ft) compared to the Sokol Altius's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-4 Triton or Sokol Altius?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 14,628 kg compared to the Sokol Altius's 6,000 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-4 Triton or Sokol Altius?
The MQ-4 Triton is longer at 14.5 meters compared to the Sokol Altius's 11.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the MQ-4 Triton or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius entered service first in 2012, 1 years before the MQ-4 Triton which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-4 Triton or Sokol Altius?
The MQ-4 Triton has been produced in greater numbers with 30 units compared to 3 units of the Sokol Altius.