RQ-16 T-Hawk vs Skylark

Overview

The RQ-16 T-Hawk and the Skylark are both Military Drones, manufactured by Honeywell and Elbit respectively.

Top speed is 130 km/h for the RQ-16 T-Hawk vs 74 km/h for the Skylark. The RQ-16 T-Hawk has an operational range of 11 km vs 40 km for the Skylark. The Skylark operates at altitudes up to 4,900 m compared to 3,200 m for the RQ-16 T-Hawk.

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 --
Israeli miniature unmanned aerial system, introduced in 2008, designed for tactical surveillance and reconnaissance and deployed in global military operations.
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Elbit
First flight --
Year introduced 2008
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Wingspan -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed 130 km/h
Operational range 11 km
Service ceiling 3,200 m
Max. takeoff weight 8 kg
Total thrust 1 x 3 kW
Wingspan 2.4 m
Length 2.2 m
Maximum speed 74 km/h
Operational range 40 km
Service ceiling 4,900 m
Max. takeoff weight 5 kg
Total thrust 0

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or Skylark?
The RQ-16 T-Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 130 km/h compared to the Skylark's 74 km/h, a difference of 56 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or Skylark?
The Skylark has a longer range at 40 km compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 11 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or Skylark?
The Skylark has a higher service ceiling at 4,900 meters (16,076 ft) compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 3,200 meters (10,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or Skylark?
The RQ-16 T-Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 8 kg compared to the Skylark's 5 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or Skylark?
The Skylark is longer at 2.2 meters compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or Skylark?
The RQ-16 T-Hawk entered service first in 2007, 1 years before the Skylark which entered service in 2008.