RQ-11 Raven vs RQ-170 Sentinel
Overview
The RQ-11 Raven and the RQ-170 Sentinel are both Military Drones, manufactured by AeroVironment and Lockheed Martin respectively.
The RQ-170 Sentinel operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 4,500 m for the RQ-11 Raven.
Unit cost is $0.17M for the RQ-11 Raven vs $6M for the RQ-170 Sentinel. The RQ-11 Raven first flew 5 years before the RQ-170 Sentinel (2000 vs 2005).
| 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 |
| American stealth drone, prominently used in intelligence collection operations, notable during the late 2000s into the 2010s. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| First flight | 1 January 2005 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $6 million |
| 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 |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-11 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 95 km/h compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km/h, a difference of 95 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-11 Raven has a longer range at 10 km compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-170 Sentinel has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-11 Raven has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2 kg compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-170 Sentinel is longer at 4.8 meters compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 0.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-170 Sentinel is more expensive at approximately $6.0 million per unit compared to the RQ-11 Raven at $0.2 million.
Which entered service first, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-11 Raven entered service first in 2003, 4 years before the RQ-170 Sentinel which entered service in 2007.