Orlan-10 vs Taranis
The Orlan-10 and the Taranis are both Military Drones, manufactured by Special Technology Center and BAE Systems respectively. The Taranis operates at altitudes up to 12,192 m compared to 5,000 m for the Orlan-10. The Orlan-10 has been produced in 1,000 units vs 1 for the Taranis. Unit cost is $0.05M for the Orlan-10 vs $220M for the Taranis. The Orlan-10 first flew 2 years before the Taranis (2011 vs 2013).
| 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 |
| British stealth combat drone, developed in the 2010s, notable for its autonomous capabilities and as yet unreported in operational deployment. | |
| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | BAE Systems |
| First flight | 10 August 2013 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | $220 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 | 10.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 4.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 12,192 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Orlan-10 or Taranis?
The Orlan-10 is faster with a maximum speed of 150 km/h compared to the Taranis's 0 km/h, a difference of 150 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Orlan-10 or Taranis?
The Orlan-10 has a longer range at 110 km compared to the Taranis's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orlan-10 or Taranis?
The Taranis has a higher service ceiling at 12,192 meters (40,000 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Orlan-10 or Taranis?
The Orlan-10 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16 kg compared to the Taranis's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Orlan-10 or Taranis?
The Taranis is longer at 4.0 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Orlan-10 or Taranis?
The Taranis is more expensive at approximately $220 million per unit compared to the Orlan-10 at $0.1 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Orlan-10 or Taranis?
The Orlan-10 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 1 units of the Taranis.