Harfang vs Patroller
Overview
The Harfang and the Patroller are both Military Drones, manufactured by EADS and Safran respectively.
The Harfang has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 200 km for the Patroller. The Harfang operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 7,620 m for the Patroller.
The Harfang first flew 6 years before the Patroller (2003 vs 2009).
| Israeli-designed medium-altitude, long-endurance reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicle, introduced in the late 2000s and operated by the French and Moroccan militaries. | |
| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | EADS |
| First flight | 2 June 2003 |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Number produced | 3 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| French medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, used for military surveillance and environmental monitoring. | |
| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Safran |
| First flight | 1 June 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2023 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 16.6 m ◉ |
| Length | 9.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 1,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,250 kg |
| Empty weight | 657 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 86 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 18.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 314 km/h |
| Operational range | 200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Harfang or Patroller?
The Patroller is faster with a maximum speed of 314 km/h compared to the Harfang's 0 km/h, a difference of 314 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Harfang or Patroller?
The Harfang has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Patroller's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Harfang or Patroller?
The Patroller has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the Harfang's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Harfang or Patroller?
The Harfang has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,250 kg compared to the Patroller's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Harfang or Patroller?
The Harfang is longer at 9.3 meters compared to the Patroller's 8.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Harfang or Patroller?
The Harfang entered service first in 2008, 15 years before the Patroller which entered service in 2023.