RQ-16 T-Hawk vs RQ-20 Puma
Overview
The RQ-16 T-Hawk and the RQ-20 Puma are both Military Drones, manufactured by Honeywell and AeroVironment respectively.
Top speed is 130 km/h for the RQ-16 T-Hawk vs 83 km/h for the RQ-20 Puma. The RQ-16 T-Hawk has an operational range of 11 km vs 15 km for the RQ-20 Puma. The RQ-16 T-Hawk operates at altitudes up to 3,200 m compared to 3,200 m for the RQ-20 Puma.
| American ducted fan VTOL miniature UAV, developed in the early 21st century, deployed for reconnaissance and explosive ordnance disposal. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Honeywell |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American battery-powered, small hand-launched unmanned aircraft system for surveillance and intelligence gathering. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AeroVironment |
| First flight | 1 January 2007 |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $250K |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 130 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 11 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,200 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 3 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 2.8 m |
| Length | 1.4 m |
| Maximum speed | 83 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 15 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 3,200 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 6 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or RQ-20 Puma?
The RQ-16 T-Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 130 km/h compared to the RQ-20 Puma's 83 km/h, a difference of 47 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or RQ-20 Puma?
The RQ-20 Puma has a longer range at 15 km compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 11 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or RQ-20 Puma?
The RQ-20 Puma has a higher service ceiling at 3,200 meters (10,498 ft) compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 3,200 meters (10,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or RQ-20 Puma?
The RQ-16 T-Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8 kg compared to the RQ-20 Puma's 6 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or RQ-20 Puma?
The RQ-20 Puma is longer at 1.4 meters compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or RQ-20 Puma?
The RQ-16 T-Hawk entered service first in 2007, 1 years before the RQ-20 Puma which entered service in 2008.