MQ-9 Reaper vs Switchblade 300
The MQ-9 Reaper and the Switchblade 300 are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and AeroVironment respectively. Top speed is 300 km/h for the MQ-9 Reaper vs 160 km/h for the Switchblade 300. The MQ-9 Reaper has an operational range of 1,850 km vs 10 km for the Switchblade 300. At 4,760 kg MTOW, the MQ-9 Reaper is 793:1 the Switchblade 300's 6 kg. The MQ-9 Reaper has been produced in 300 units vs 4,000 for the Switchblade 300. The MQ-9 Reaper first flew 10 years before the Switchblade 300 (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 |
| American man-portable loitering munition, introduced in the early 2010s, used for precision strikes against personnel and light vehicles in various global conflicts. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AeroVironment |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 4000 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m |
| Length | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,223 kg |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Length | 0.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 160 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 10 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-9 Reaper or Switchblade 300?
The MQ-9 Reaper is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Switchblade 300's 160 km/h, a difference of 140 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-9 Reaper or Switchblade 300?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the Switchblade 300's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-9 Reaper or Switchblade 300?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Switchblade 300's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-9 Reaper or Switchblade 300?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the Switchblade 300's 6 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-9 Reaper or Switchblade 300?
The MQ-9 Reaper is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the Switchblade 300's 0.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the MQ-9 Reaper or Switchblade 300?
The MQ-9 Reaper entered service first in 2007, 4 years before the Switchblade 300 which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-9 Reaper or Switchblade 300?
The Switchblade 300 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,000 units compared to 300 units of the MQ-9 Reaper.