RQ-16 T-Hawk vs RQ-7 Shadow
Overview
The RQ-16 T-Hawk and the RQ-7 Shadow are both Military Drones, manufactured by Honeywell and AAI Corporation respectively.
Top speed is 130 km/h for the RQ-16 T-Hawk vs 200 km/h for the RQ-7 Shadow. The RQ-16 T-Hawk has an operational range of 11 km vs 109 km for the RQ-7 Shadow. The RQ-7 Shadow operates at altitudes up to 4,600 m compared to 3,200 m for the RQ-16 T-Hawk. At 170 kg MTOW, the RQ-7 Shadow is 21:1 the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 8 kg.
| 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 reconnaissance drone, integral to operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, recognized for its surveillance and target acquisition roles. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AAI Corporation |
| First flight | 1 January 1991 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 500 units |
| Average unit price | $750K |
| 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 | 3.9 m |
| Length | 3.4 m |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 109 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 170 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 86 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow is faster with a maximum speed of 200 km/h compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 130 km/h, a difference of 70 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow has a longer range at 109 km compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 11 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow has a higher service ceiling at 4,600 meters (15,091 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-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 170 kg compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 8 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow is longer at 3.4 meters compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or RQ-7 Shadow?
The RQ-7 Shadow entered service first in 2002, 5 years before the RQ-16 T-Hawk which entered service in 2007.