RQ-11 Raven vs Taranis
The RQ-11 Raven and the Taranis are both Military Drones, manufactured by AeroVironment and BAE Systems respectively. The Taranis operates at altitudes up to 12,192 m compared to 4,500 m for the RQ-11 Raven. The RQ-11 Raven has been produced in 19,000 units vs 1 for the Taranis. Unit cost is $0.17M for the RQ-11 Raven vs $220M for the Taranis. The RQ-11 Raven first flew 13 years before the Taranis (2000 vs 2013).
| 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 |
| British stealth combat drone, developed in the 2010s, notable for its autonomous capabilities and as yet unreported in operational deployment. | |
| Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | BAE Systems |
| First flight | 10 August 2013 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | 1 units |
| Average unit price | $220 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 | 10.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 4.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 12,192 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-11 Raven or Taranis?
The RQ-11 Raven is faster with a maximum speed of 95 km/h compared to the Taranis's 0 km/h, a difference of 95 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-11 Raven or Taranis?
The RQ-11 Raven has a longer range at 10 km compared to the Taranis's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-11 Raven or Taranis?
The Taranis has a higher service ceiling at 12,192 meters (40,000 ft) compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 4,500 meters (14,763 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-11 Raven or Taranis?
The RQ-11 Raven has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2 kg compared to the Taranis's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-11 Raven or Taranis?
The Taranis is longer at 4.0 meters compared to the RQ-11 Raven's 0.9 meters.
Which is more expensive, the RQ-11 Raven or Taranis?
The Taranis is more expensive at approximately $220 million per unit compared to the RQ-11 Raven at $0.2 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the RQ-11 Raven or Taranis?
The RQ-11 Raven has been produced in greater numbers with 19,000 units compared to 1 units of the Taranis.