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MQ-9 Reaper vs TB-001 Twin-tailed Scorpion

MQ-9 Reaper vs TB-001 Twin-tailed Scorpion at a glance — range 1,850 vs 6,000 km, max takeoff weight 4,760 vs 2,800 kg.

Specifications
MQ-9 Reaper TB-001 Twin-tailed Scorpion
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer General Atomics Tengden
First flight 1 February 2001 --
Year introduced 2007 --
Number produced 300 units N/A
Average unit price $30 million --
Wingspan 20.0 m 20.0 m
Height -- m 3.3 m
Length 11.0 m 10.0 m
Maximum speed 300 km/h -- km/h
Operational range 1,850 km 6,000 km
Service ceiling 15,000 m 8,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 4,760 kg 2,800 kg
Empty weight 2,223 kg -- kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the MQ-9 Reaper or TB-001 Twin-tailed Scorpion?
The TB-001 Twin-tailed Scorpion has a longer range at 6,000 km compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 1,850 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-9 Reaper or TB-001 Twin-tailed Scorpion?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the TB-001 Twin-tailed Scorpion's 8,000 meters (26,246 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-9 Reaper or TB-001 Twin-tailed Scorpion?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the TB-001 Twin-tailed Scorpion's 2,800 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-9 Reaper or TB-001 Twin-tailed Scorpion?
The MQ-9 Reaper is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the TB-001 Twin-tailed Scorpion's 10.0 meters.