PD-2 vs RQ-11 Raven
Overview
The PD-2 and the RQ-11 Raven are both Military Drones, manufactured by UkrSpecSystems and AeroVironment respectively.
Top speed is 140 km/h for the PD-2 vs 95 km/h for the RQ-11 Raven. The PD-2 has an operational range of 1,300 km vs 10 km for the RQ-11 Raven. The RQ-11 Raven operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 3,800 m for the PD-2. At 55 kg MTOW, the PD-2 is 28:1 the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
The PD-2 has been produced in 20 units vs 19,000 for the RQ-11 Raven. The RQ-11 Raven first flew 19 years before the PD-2 (2000 vs 2019).
| Ukrainian multi-purpose unmanned aerial system, developed in the late 2010s, used for aerial reconnaissance and combat operations. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇦 Ukraine |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | UkrSpecSystems |
| First flight | 1 January 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2021 |
| Number produced | 20 units |
| 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 | 5.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.0 m |
| Length | 2.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 140 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,300 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,800 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 55 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 45 kg ◉ |
| Wingspan | 1.4 m ◉ |
| Height | -- 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 PD-2 or RQ-11 Raven?
The PD-2 is faster with a maximum speed of 140 km/h compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 95 km/h, a difference of 45 km/h.
Which has longer range, the PD-2 or RQ-11 Raven?
The PD-2 has a longer range at 1,300 km compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the PD-2 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the PD-2's 3,800 meters (12,467 ft).
Which is heavier, the PD-2 or RQ-11 Raven?
The PD-2 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 55 kg compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
Which is larger, the PD-2 or RQ-11 Raven?
The PD-2 is longer at 2.9 meters compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 0.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the PD-2 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven entered service first in 2003, 18 years before the PD-2 which entered service in 2021.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the PD-2 or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 19,000 units compared to 20 units of the PD-2.