Ranger vs RQ-11 Raven
Overview
The Ranger and the RQ-11 Raven are both Military Drones, manufactured by RUAG and AeroVironment respectively.
The Ranger reaches 220 km/h — 2.3x the RQ-11 Raven's 95 km/h. The Ranger has an operational range of 100 km vs 10 km for the RQ-11 Raven. The Ranger operates at altitudes up to 4,500 m compared to 4,500 m for the RQ-11 Raven. At 285 kg MTOW, the Ranger is 142:1 the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
The Ranger has been produced in 40 units vs 19,000 for the RQ-11 Raven.
| Swiss-Israeli tactical reconnaissance UAV, developed in the late 20th century, used for military reconnaissance and civilian search and rescue. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇭 Switzerland |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | RUAG |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 1999 |
| Number produced | 40 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 | 5.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.1 m |
| Length | 4.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 220 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 100 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 285 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 31 kW ◉ |
| 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 |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Ranger or RQ-11 Raven?
The Ranger is faster with a maximum speed of 220 km/h compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 95 km/h, a difference of 125 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Ranger or RQ-11 Raven?
The Ranger has a longer range at 100 km compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the Ranger or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has a higher service ceiling at 4,500 meters (14,763 ft) compared to the Ranger's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the Ranger or RQ-11 Raven?
The Ranger has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 285 kg compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
Which is larger, the Ranger or RQ-11 Raven?
The Ranger is longer at 4.6 meters compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 0.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the Ranger or RQ-11 Raven?
The Ranger entered service first in 1999, 4 years before the RQ-11 Raven which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Ranger or RQ-11 Raven?
The RQ-11 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 19,000 units compared to 40 units of the Ranger.