Hermes 900 vs MQ-8 Fire Scout
Overview
The Hermes 900 and the MQ-8 Fire Scout are both Military Drones, manufactured by Elbit and Northrop Grumman respectively.
Top speed is 220 km/h for the Hermes 900 vs 230 km/h for the MQ-8 Fire Scout. The Hermes 900 has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 200 km for the MQ-8 Fire Scout. The Hermes 900 operates at altitudes up to 9,100 m compared to 6,100 m for the MQ-8 Fire Scout.
The Hermes 900 has been produced in 200 units vs 40 for the MQ-8 Fire Scout. Unit cost is $6.8M for the Hermes 900 vs $18M for the MQ-8 Fire Scout. The MQ-8 Fire Scout first flew 7 years before the Hermes 900 (2002 vs 2009).
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| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Elbit |
| First flight | 9 December 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2012 |
| Number produced | 200 units |
| Average unit price | $6.8 million |
| US unmanned helicopter drone, utilized predominantly in reconnaissance and target acquisition in Afghanistan and Libya war zones. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Northrop Grumman |
| First flight | 1 January 2002 |
| Year introduced | 2009 |
| Number produced | 40 units |
| Average unit price | $18 million |
| Wingspan | 15.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 220 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 9,100 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,400 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 950 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 160 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 7.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 230 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,450 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 940 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Hermes 900 or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The MQ-8 Fire Scout is faster with a maximum speed of 230 km/h compared to the Hermes 900's 220 km/h, a difference of 10 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hermes 900 or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The Hermes 900 has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the MQ-8 Fire Scout's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hermes 900 or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The Hermes 900 has a higher service ceiling at 9,100 meters (29,855 ft) compared to the MQ-8 Fire Scout's 6,100 meters (20,013 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hermes 900 or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The MQ-8 Fire Scout has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,450 kg compared to the Hermes 900's 1,400 kg.
Which is larger, the Hermes 900 or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The Hermes 900 is longer at 8.3 meters compared to the MQ-8 Fire Scout's 7.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Hermes 900 or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The MQ-8 Fire Scout is more expensive at approximately $18 million per unit compared to the Hermes 900 at $6.8 million.
Which entered service first, the Hermes 900 or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The MQ-8 Fire Scout entered service first in 2009, 3 years before the Hermes 900 which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Hermes 900 or MQ-8 Fire Scout?
The Hermes 900 has been produced in greater numbers with 200 units compared to 40 units of the MQ-8 Fire Scout.