Orlan-10 vs RQ-170 Sentinel
Overview
The Orlan-10 and the RQ-170 Sentinel are both Military Drones, manufactured by Special Technology Center and Lockheed Martin respectively.
The RQ-170 Sentinel operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 5,000 m for the Orlan-10.
Unit cost is $0.05M for the Orlan-10 vs $6M for the RQ-170 Sentinel. The RQ-170 Sentinel first flew 6 years before the Orlan-10 (2005 vs 2011).
| Russian reconnaissance unarmed drone, extensively used in the 2022 Ukraine war. | |
| 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 | $50K |
| American stealth drone, prominently used in intelligence collection operations, notable during the late 2000s into the 2010s. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 1 January 2005 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $6 million |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 2.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h |
| Operational range | 110 km |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16 kg |
| Empty weight | 9 kg |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Orlan-10 or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The Orlan-10 is faster with a maximum speed of 150 km/h compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km/h, a difference of 150 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Orlan-10 or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The Orlan-10 has a longer range at 110 km compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orlan-10 or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-170 Sentinel has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Orlan-10 or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The Orlan-10 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16 kg compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Orlan-10 or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-170 Sentinel is longer at 4.8 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Orlan-10 or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-170 Sentinel is more expensive at approximately $6.0 million per unit compared to the Orlan-10 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Orlan-10 or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-170 Sentinel entered service first in 2007, 4 years before the Orlan-10 which entered service in 2011.