Orlan-10 vs S-70 Okhotnik
The Orlan-10 and the S-70 Okhotnik are both Military Drones, manufactured by Special Technology Center and Novosibirsk Aircraft Production Association respectively. The S-70 Okhotnik reaches 1,000 km/h — 6.7x the Orlan-10's 150 km/h. The Orlan-10 has an operational range of 110 km vs 6,000 km for the S-70 Okhotnik. The S-70 Okhotnik operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 5,000 m for the Orlan-10. At 25,000 kg MTOW, the S-70 Okhotnik is 1562:1 the Orlan-10's 16 kg. The Orlan-10 has been produced in 1,000 units vs 2 for the S-70 Okhotnik. Unit cost is $0.05M for the Orlan-10 vs $11.5M for the S-70 Okhotnik. The Orlan-10 first flew 8 years before the S-70 Okhotnik (2011 vs 2019).
| 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 |
| Russian stealth heavy unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, intended for reconnaissance and strike missions under the control of fifth-generation fighter pilots. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Novosibirsk Aircraft Production Association |
| First flight | 3 August 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2024 |
| Number produced | 2 units |
| Average unit price | $11.5 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 | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 1000 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 6,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 25,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 10,000 kg ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Orlan-10 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik is faster with a maximum speed of 1,000 km/h compared to the Orlan-10's 150 km/h, a difference of 850 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Orlan-10 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a longer range at 6,000 km compared to the Orlan-10's 110 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orlan-10 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Orlan-10 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 25,000 kg compared to the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
Which is larger, the Orlan-10 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The Orlan-10 is longer at 2.0 meters compared to the S-70 Okhotnik's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Orlan-10 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the Orlan-10 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Orlan-10 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The Orlan-10 entered service first in 2011, 13 years before the S-70 Okhotnik which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Orlan-10 or S-70 Okhotnik?
The Orlan-10 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 2 units of the S-70 Okhotnik.