MQ-9 Reaper vs Wing Loong II

American unmanned aerial vehicle, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century.
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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
Chinese unmanned combat aerial vehicle, prominent in the 21st century, extensively deployed for surveillance and strike operations.
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ China
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer CAIG / CASC
First flight 1 February 2017
Year introduced 2018
Number produced 100 units
Average unit price $2 million
Wingspan 20.0 m β—‰
Length 11.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 300 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,850 km β—‰
Service ceiling 15,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,760 kg β—‰
Empty weight 2,223 kg β—‰
Wingspan 20.5 m β—‰
Length 11.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 370 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,000 km β—‰
Service ceiling 9,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,200 kg β—‰
Empty weight 1,500 kg β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MQ-9 Reaper or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II is faster with a maximum speed of 370 km/h compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 300 km/h, a difference of 70 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-9 Reaper or Wing Loong II?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a longer range at 1,850 km compared to the Wing Loong II's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-9 Reaper or Wing Loong II?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Wing Loong II's 9,000 meters (29,527 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-9 Reaper or Wing Loong II?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the Wing Loong II's 4,200 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-9 Reaper or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 11.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MQ-9 Reaper or Wing Loong II?
The MQ-9 Reaper is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the Wing Loong II at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the MQ-9 Reaper or Wing Loong II?
The MQ-9 Reaper entered service first in 2007, 11 years before the Wing Loong II which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-9 Reaper or Wing Loong II?
The MQ-9 Reaper has been produced in greater numbers with 300 units compared to 100 units of the Wing Loong II.