RQ-16 T-Hawk vs ZALA Lancet
Overview
The RQ-16 T-Hawk and the ZALA Lancet are both Military Drones, manufactured by Honeywell and ZALA Aero respectively.
The ZALA Lancet reaches 300 km/h — 2.3x the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 130 km/h. The RQ-16 T-Hawk has an operational range of 11 km vs 40 km for the ZALA Lancet. The ZALA Lancet operates at altitudes up to 5,000 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 | -- |
| Russian loitering munition and unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the late 2010s, utilized for reconnaissance and precision strike operations in modern conflicts. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | ZALA Aero |
| First flight | 1 June 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Number produced | 6000 units |
| Average unit price | $37K |
| 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 | 2.4 m |
| Length | 1.7 m |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 40 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 12 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 5 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet is faster with a maximum speed of 300 km/h compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 130 km/h, a difference of 170 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet 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 ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 3,200 meters (10,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 12 kg compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 8 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or ZALA Lancet?
The ZALA Lancet is longer at 1.7 meters compared to the RQ-16 T-Hawk's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the RQ-16 T-Hawk or ZALA Lancet?
The RQ-16 T-Hawk entered service first in 2007, 13 years before the ZALA Lancet which entered service in 2020.