Orlan-10 vs RQ-7 Shadow
Overview
The Orlan-10 and the RQ-7 Shadow are both Military Drones, manufactured by Special Technology Center and AAI Corporation respectively.
Top speed is 150 km/h for the Orlan-10 vs 200 km/h for the RQ-7 Shadow. The Orlan-10 has an operational range of 110 km vs 109 km for the RQ-7 Shadow. The Orlan-10 operates at altitudes up to 5,000 m compared to 4,600 m for the RQ-7 Shadow. At 170 kg MTOW, the RQ-7 Shadow is 11:1 the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
The Orlan-10 has been produced in 1,000 units vs 500 for the RQ-7 Shadow. Unit cost is $0.05M for the Orlan-10 vs $0.75M for the RQ-7 Shadow. The RQ-7 Shadow first flew 20 years before the Orlan-10 (1991 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 reconnaissance drone, integral to operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, recognized for its surveillance and target acquisition roles. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 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 | 3.1 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 | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 3.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 109 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 170 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 86 kg ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Orlan-10 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow is faster with a maximum speed of 200 km/h compared to the Orlan-10's 150 km/h, a difference of 50 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Orlan-10 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The Orlan-10 has a longer range at 110 km compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 109 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orlan-10 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The Orlan-10 has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the Orlan-10 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 170 kg compared to the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
Which is larger, the Orlan-10 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow is longer at 3.4 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Orlan-10 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow is more expensive at approximately $0.8 million per unit compared to the Orlan-10 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Orlan-10 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow entered service first in 2002, 9 years before the Orlan-10 which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Orlan-10 or RQ-7 Shadow?
The Orlan-10 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 500 units of the RQ-7 Shadow.