Aarok vs MQ-9 Reaper
| French armed MALE drone, still in prototype stage. | |
| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Turgis & Gaillard |
| First flight | 1 January 2023 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | $7.5 million |
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century. | |
| 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 | 22.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 7,500 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,400 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 560 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h |
| Operational range | 1,850 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,223 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Aarok or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Aarok's 0 km/h, a difference of 300 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Aarok or MQ-9 Reaper?
The Aarok has a longer range at 7,500 km compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 1,850 km.
Which can fly higher, the Aarok or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Aarok's 9,000 meters (29,527 ft).
Which is heavier, the Aarok or MQ-9 Reaper?
The Aarok has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,400 kg compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 4,760 kg.
Which is larger, the Aarok or MQ-9 Reaper?
The Aarok is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 11.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Aarok or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the Aarok at $7.5 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Aarok or MQ-9 Reaper?
The MQ-9 Reaper has been produced in greater numbers with 300 units compared to 1 units of the Aarok.