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RQ-11 Raven vs Sperwer

RQ-11 Raven vs Sperwer at a glance — range 10 vs 150 km.

Specifications
RQ-11 Raven Sperwer
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇫🇷 France
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer AeroVironment Sagem
First flight 1 January 2000 --
Year introduced 2003 --
Number produced 19000 units N/A
Average unit price $170K $1.5 million
Wingspan 1.4 m -- m
Length 0.9 m -- m
Maximum speed 95 km/h -- km/h
Operational range 10 km 150 km
Service ceiling 4,500 m 4,877 m
Max. takeoff weight 2 kg -- kg
Empty weight 1.9 kg -- kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the RQ-11 Raven or Sperwer?
The Sperwer has a longer range at 150 km compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-11 Raven or Sperwer?
The Sperwer has a higher service ceiling at 4,877 meters (16,000 ft) compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is more expensive, the RQ-11 Raven or Sperwer?
The Sperwer is more expensive at approximately $1.5 million per unit compared to the RQ-11 Raven at $0.2 million.