MQ-4 Triton vs Tu-143 Reys
Overview
The MQ-4 Triton and the Tu-143 Reys are both Military Drones, manufactured by Northrop Grumman and Tupolev respectively.
Top speed is 610 km/h for the MQ-4 Triton vs 950 km/h for the Tu-143 Reys. The MQ-4 Triton has an operational range of 15,200 km vs 200 km for the Tu-143 Reys. The MQ-4 Triton operates at altitudes up to 16,800 m compared to 5,000 m for the Tu-143 Reys. At 14,628 kg MTOW, the MQ-4 Triton is 12:1 the Tu-143 Reys's 1,230 kg.
The MQ-4 Triton has been produced in 30 units vs 950 for the Tu-143 Reys. The Tu-143 Reys first flew 43 years before the MQ-4 Triton (1970 vs 2013).
| 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 |
| 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 | 39.9 m ◉ |
| Height | -- 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 | 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 ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-4 Triton or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the MQ-4 Triton's 610 km/h, a difference of 340 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-4 Triton or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-4 Triton has a longer range at 15,200 km compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-4 Triton or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher service ceiling at 16,800 meters (55,118 ft) compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-4 Triton or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 14,628 kg compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 1,230 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-4 Triton or Tu-143 Reys?
The MQ-4 Triton is longer at 14.5 meters compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the MQ-4 Triton or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys entered service first in 1976, 37 years before the MQ-4 Triton which entered service in 2013.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-4 Triton or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has been produced in greater numbers with 950 units compared to 30 units of the MQ-4 Triton.