MQ-9 Reaper vs Yabhon United 40
Overview
The MQ-9 Reaper and the Yabhon United 40 are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and ADASI respectively.
Top speed is 300 km/h for the MQ-9 Reaper vs 220 km/h for the Yabhon United 40. The MQ-9 Reaper has an operational range of 1,850 km vs 2,400 km for the Yabhon United 40. The MQ-9 Reaper operates at altitudes up to 15,000 m compared to 7,000 m for the Yabhon United 40. At 4,760 kg MTOW, the MQ-9 Reaper is 3.2x the Yabhon United 40's 1,500 kg.
The MQ-9 Reaper first flew 11 years before the Yabhon United 40 (2001 vs 2012).
| 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 |
| Emirati medium-altitude long-endurance drone, known for service in Libyan Civil War and ongoing Yemeni conflict since 2011. | |
| Origin country | 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | ADASI |
| First flight | 1 January 2012 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 220 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,400 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,500 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 520 kg ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-9 Reaper or Yabhon United 40?
The MQ-9 Reaper is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the Yabhon United 40's 220 km/h, a difference of 80 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-9 Reaper or Yabhon United 40?
The Yabhon United 40 has a longer range at 2,400 km compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 1,850 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-9 Reaper or Yabhon United 40?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Yabhon United 40's 7,000 meters (22,965 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-9 Reaper or Yabhon United 40?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,760 kg compared to the Yabhon United 40's 1,500 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-9 Reaper or Yabhon United 40?
The MQ-9 Reaper is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the Yabhon United 40's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the MQ-9 Reaper or Yabhon United 40?
The MQ-9 Reaper entered service first in 2007, 6 years before the Yabhon United 40 which entered service in 2013.