Orlan-10 vs WZ-7 Soaring Dragon
Overview
The Orlan-10 and the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon are both Military Drones, manufactured by Special Technology Center and Guizhou respectively.
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon reaches 750 km/h — 5.0x the Orlan-10's 150 km/h. The Orlan-10 has an operational range of 110 km vs 7,000 km for the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon. The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 5,000 m for the Orlan-10.
The Orlan-10 has been produced in 1,000 units vs 20 for the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon.
| 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 |
| Chinese high-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, primarily used for aerial reconnaissance and maritime targeting. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Guizhou |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 2018 |
| Number produced | 20 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m ◉ |
| Height | -- 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 |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 24.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.4 m |
| Length | 14.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 750 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 7,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 43 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Orlan-10 or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon is faster with a maximum speed of 750 km/h compared to the Orlan-10's 150 km/h, a difference of 600 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Orlan-10 or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon has a longer range at 7,000 km compared to the Orlan-10's 110 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orlan-10 or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon 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 WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The Orlan-10 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 16 kg compared to the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Orlan-10 or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon is longer at 14.3 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Orlan-10 or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The Orlan-10 entered service first in 2011, 7 years before the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Orlan-10 or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The Orlan-10 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 20 units of the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon.