Orlan-10 vs RQ-11 Raven
| Russian reconnaissance unarmed drone, extensively used in the 2022 Ukraine war. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Special Technology Center |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, renowned for extensive service since 1990s, widely deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AeroVironment |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 19000 units |
| Average unit price | $0.2 million |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 2.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 110 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9 kg â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 1.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 0.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 95 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 10 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1.9 kg â—‰ |
Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Orlan-10 or RQ-11 Raven?
The Orlan-10 is faster with a maximum speed of 150 km/h compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 95 km/h, a difference of 55 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Orlan-10 or RQ-11 Raven?
The Orlan-10 has a longer range at 110 km compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orlan-10 or RQ-11 Raven?
The Orlan-10 has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Orlan-10 or RQ-11 Raven?
The Orlan-10 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16 kg compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
Which is larger, the Orlan-10 or RQ-11 Raven?
The Orlan-10 is longer at 2.0 meters compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 0.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Orlan-10 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven is more expensive at approximately $0.2 million per unit compared to the Orlan-10 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Orlan-10 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven entered service first in 2003, 8 years before the Orlan-10 which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Orlan-10 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 19,000 units compared to 1,000 units of the Orlan-10.