Orlan-30 vs ScanEagle
Overview
The Orlan-30 and the ScanEagle are both Military Drones, manufactured by Special Technology Center and Boeing Insitu respectively.
Top speed is 150 km/h for the Orlan-30 vs 148 km/h for the ScanEagle. The Orlan-30 has an operational range of 300 km vs 100 km for the ScanEagle. The ScanEagle operates at altitudes up to 5,944 m compared to 3,500 m for the Orlan-30.
| 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 vehicle, operational since 2005, notable for surveillance in military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Boeing Insitu |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $3 million |
| 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 |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 1.6 m |
| Maximum speed | 148 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 100 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,944 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 13 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1 kW ◉ |
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Detailed Comparison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Orlan-30 or ScanEagle?
The Orlan-30 is faster with a maximum speed of 150 km/h compared to the ScanEagle's 148 km/h, a difference of 2 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Orlan-30 or ScanEagle?
The Orlan-30 has a longer range at 300 km compared to the ScanEagle's 100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orlan-30 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle has a higher service ceiling at 5,944 meters (19,501 ft) compared to the Orlan-30's 3,500 meters (11,482 ft).
Which is heavier, the Orlan-30 or ScanEagle?
The Orlan-30 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 30 kg compared to the ScanEagle's 22 kg.
Which is larger, the Orlan-30 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle is longer at 1.6 meters compared to the Orlan-30's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Orlan-30 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle entered service first in 2005, 15 years before the Orlan-30 which entered service in 2020.