Orlan-10 vs Searcher
The Orlan-10 and the Searcher are both Military Drones, manufactured by Special Technology Center and IAI respectively. Top speed is 150 km/h for the Orlan-10 vs 200 km/h for the Searcher. The Orlan-10 has an operational range of 110 km vs 350 km for the Searcher. The Searcher operates at altitudes up to 6,100 m compared to 5,000 m for the Orlan-10. At 436 kg MTOW, the Searcher is 27:1 the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
| 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 |
| Israeli drone, renowned for employment in reconnaissance and surveillance, notable for substantial service record since 1990s. | |
| Origin country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | IAI |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 1992 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 8.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 5.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 350 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 436 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 76 kg ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Orlan-10 or Searcher?
The Searcher 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 Searcher?
The Searcher has a longer range at 350 km compared to the Orlan-10's 110 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orlan-10 or Searcher?
The Searcher has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Orlan-10 or Searcher?
The Searcher has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 436 kg compared to the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
Which is larger, the Orlan-10 or Searcher?
The Searcher is longer at 5.8 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Orlan-10 or Searcher?
The Searcher entered service first in 1992, 19 years before the Orlan-10 which entered service in 2011.