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MQM-107 Streaker vs RQ-7 Shadow

Overview

The MQM-107 Streaker and the RQ-7 Shadow are both Military Drones, manufactured by Beechcraft and AAI Corporation respectively.

The MQM-107 Streaker reaches 925 km/h β€” 4.6x the RQ-7 Shadow's 200 km/h. The MQM-107 Streaker operates at altitudes up to 12,192 m compared to 4,600 m for the RQ-7 Shadow. At 664 kg MTOW, the MQM-107 Streaker is 3.9x the RQ-7 Shadow's 170 kg.

The MQM-107 Streaker has been produced in 2,236 units vs 500 for the RQ-7 Shadow. The MQM-107 Streaker first flew 17 years before the RQ-7 Shadow (1974 vs 1991).

American reusable turbojet-powered target towing drone, introduced in the mid-1980s, used by the United States military for testing and training.
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Beechcraft
First flight 1 January 1974
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 2236 units
Average unit price --
American reconnaissance drone, integral to operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, recognized for its surveillance and target acquisition roles.
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer AAI Corporation
First flight 1 January 1991
Year introduced 2002
Number produced 500 units
Average unit price $750K
Wingspan 3.0 m β—‰
Height 1.5 m
Length 5.5 m β—‰
Maximum speed 925 km/h β—‰
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 12,192 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 664 kg β—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Wingspan 3.9 m β—‰
Height -- m
Length 3.4 m β—‰
Maximum speed 200 km/h β—‰
Operational range 109 km
Service ceiling 4,600 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 170 kg β—‰
Empty weight 86 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MQM-107 Streaker or RQ-7 Shadow?
The MQM-107 Streaker is faster with a maximum speed of 925 km/h compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 200 km/h, a difference of 725 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQM-107 Streaker or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow has a longer range at 109 km compared to the MQM-107 Streaker's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQM-107 Streaker or RQ-7 Shadow?
The MQM-107 Streaker has a higher service ceiling at 12,192 meters (40,000 ft) compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQM-107 Streaker or RQ-7 Shadow?
The MQM-107 Streaker has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 664 kg compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 170 kg.
Which is larger, the MQM-107 Streaker or RQ-7 Shadow?
The MQM-107 Streaker is longer at 5.5 meters compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 3.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the MQM-107 Streaker or RQ-7 Shadow?
The MQM-107 Streaker entered service first in 1984, 18 years before the RQ-7 Shadow which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQM-107 Streaker or RQ-7 Shadow?
The MQM-107 Streaker has been produced in greater numbers with 2,236 units compared to 500 units of the RQ-7 Shadow.