RQ-11 Raven vs RQ-180
Overview
The RQ-11 Raven and the RQ-180 are both Military Drones, manufactured by AeroVironment and Northrop Grumman respectively.
The RQ-11 Raven has an operational range of 10 km vs 22,000 km for the RQ-180. The RQ-180 operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 4,500 m for the RQ-11 Raven.
The RQ-11 Raven first flew 10 years before the RQ-180 (2000 vs 2010).
| 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 unmanned aerial vehicle surveillance aircraft, developed in the early 21st century, designed for penetrating contested airspace. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Northrop Grumman |
| First flight | 3 August 2010 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 | 40.0 m ◉ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 22,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-180?
The RQ-11 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 95 km/h compared to the RQ-180's 0 km/h, a difference of 95 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-180?
The RQ-180 has a longer range at 22,000 km compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-180?
The RQ-180 has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-180?
The RQ-11 Raven has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2 kg compared to the RQ-180's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-180?
The RQ-11 Raven is longer at 0.9 meters compared to the RQ-180's 0.0 meters.