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MQ-9 Reaper vs RQ-180

MQ-9 Reaper vs RQ-180 at a glance — range 1,850 vs 22,000 km.

General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper military drones side profile drawing
🇺🇸 MQ-9 Reaper
Specifications
MQ-9 Reaper RQ-180
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer General Atomics Northrop Grumman
First flight 1 February 2001 3 August 2010
Year introduced 2007 --
Number produced 300 units N/A
Average unit price $30 million --
Wingspan 20.0 m 40.0 m
Length 11.0 m -- m
Maximum speed 300 km/h -- km/h
Operational range 1,850 km 22,000 km
Service ceiling 15,000 m 18,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 4,760 kg -- kg
Empty weight 2,223 kg -- kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MQ-9 Reaper or RQ-180?
The MQ-9 Reaper is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the RQ-180's 0 km/h, a difference of 300 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-9 Reaper or RQ-180?
The RQ-180 has a longer range at 22,000 km compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 1,850 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-9 Reaper or RQ-180?
The RQ-180 has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 15,000 meters (49,212 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-9 Reaper or RQ-180?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the RQ-180's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-9 Reaper or RQ-180?
The MQ-9 Reaper is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the RQ-180's 0.0 meters.