Orlan-30 vs RQ-11 Raven
Overview
The Orlan-30 and the RQ-11 Raven are both Military Drones, manufactured by Special Technology Center and AeroVironment respectively.
Top speed is 150 km/h for the Orlan-30 vs 95 km/h for the RQ-11 Raven. The Orlan-30 has an operational range of 300 km vs 10 km for the RQ-11 Raven. The RQ-11 Raven operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 3,500 m for the Orlan-30. At 30 kg MTOW, the Orlan-30 is 15:1 the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
| Russian reconnaissance and laser-designator unmanned aerial vehicle, introduced in 2020, deployed in military conflicts to direct precision-guided munitions. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Special Technology Center |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, renowned for extensive service since 1990s, widely deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AeroVironment |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2003 |
| Number produced | 19000 units |
| Average unit price | $170K |
| Wingspan | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 300 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 30 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Wingspan | 1.4 m ◉ |
| Length | 0.9 m |
| Maximum speed | 95 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 10 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 1.9 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Orlan-30 or RQ-11 Raven?
The Orlan-30 is faster with a maximum speed of 150 km/h compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 95 km/h, a difference of 55 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Orlan-30 or RQ-11 Raven?
The Orlan-30 has a longer range at 300 km compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orlan-30 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the Orlan-30's 3,500 meters (11,482 ft).
Which is heavier, the Orlan-30 or RQ-11 Raven?
The Orlan-30 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 30 kg compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
Which is larger, the Orlan-30 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven is longer at 0.9 meters compared to the Orlan-30's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Orlan-30 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven entered service first in 2003, 17 years before the Orlan-30 which entered service in 2020.