MQ-9 Reaper vs Orlan-10
The MQ-9 Reaper and the Orlan-10 are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and Special Technology Center respectively. The MQ-9 Reaper reaches 300 km/h — 2.0x the Orlan-10's 150 km/h. The MQ-9 Reaper has an operational range of 1,850 km vs 110 km for the Orlan-10. The MQ-9 Reaper operates at altitudes up to 15,000 m compared to 5,000 m for the Orlan-10. At 4,760 kg MTOW, the MQ-9 Reaper is 298:1 the Orlan-10's 16 kg. The MQ-9 Reaper has been produced in 300 units vs 1,000 for the Orlan-10. Unit cost is $30M for the MQ-9 Reaper vs $0.05M for the Orlan-10. The MQ-9 Reaper first flew 10 years before the Orlan-10 (2001 vs 2011).
| 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 |
| Russian reconnaissance unarmed drone, extensively used in the 2022 Ukraine war. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Special Technology Center |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 2.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 110 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 9 kg ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-9 Reaper or Orlan-10?
The MQ-9 Reaper is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Orlan-10's 150 km/h, a difference of 150 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-9 Reaper or Orlan-10?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the Orlan-10's 110 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-9 Reaper or Orlan-10?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-9 Reaper or Orlan-10?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-9 Reaper or Orlan-10?
The MQ-9 Reaper is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MQ-9 Reaper or Orlan-10?
The MQ-9 Reaper is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the Orlan-10 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the MQ-9 Reaper or Orlan-10?
The MQ-9 Reaper entered service first in 2007, 4 years before the Orlan-10 which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-9 Reaper or Orlan-10?
The Orlan-10 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 300 units of the MQ-9 Reaper.