RQ-11 Raven vs RQ-2 Pioneer
Overview
The RQ-11 Raven and the RQ-2 Pioneer are both Military Drones, manufactured by AeroVironment and AAI respectively.
The RQ-11 Raven has an operational range of 10 km vs 185 km for the RQ-2 Pioneer. The RQ-2 Pioneer operates at altitudes up to 4,600 m compared to 4,500 m for the RQ-11 Raven. At 205 kg MTOW, the RQ-2 Pioneer is 102:1 the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
The RQ-11 Raven has been produced in 19,000 units vs 175 for the RQ-2 Pioneer.
| 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-Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the late 20th century, used primarily for reconnaissance, surveillance, and artillery targeting from 1986 until 2007. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AAI |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 1986 |
| Number produced | 175 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 5.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.0 m |
| Length | 4.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 185 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 205 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 19 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-2 Pioneer?
The RQ-11 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 95 km/h compared to the RQ-2 Pioneer's 0 km/h, a difference of 95 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-2 Pioneer?
The RQ-2 Pioneer has a longer range at 185 km compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-2 Pioneer?
The RQ-2 Pioneer has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 ft) compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-2 Pioneer?
The RQ-2 Pioneer has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 205 kg compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 2 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-2 Pioneer?
The RQ-2 Pioneer is longer at 4.3 meters compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 0.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-2 Pioneer?
The RQ-2 Pioneer entered service first in 1986, 17 years before the RQ-11 Raven which entered service in 2003.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the RQ-11 Raven or RQ-2 Pioneer?
The RQ-11 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 19,000 units compared to 175 units of the RQ-2 Pioneer.