Eitan (Heron TP) vs RQ-170 Sentinel

Israeli large unmanned combat aerial vehicle, deployed from 2010, known for surveillance, reconnaissance, and combat roles globally.
Picture of Eitan (Heron TP)
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI
First flight 1 January 2004
Year introduced 2010
Number produced None units
Average unit price $-- million
American stealth drone, prominently used in intelligence collection operations, notable during the late 2000s into the 2010s.
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Lockheed Martin
First flight 1 January 2005
Year introduced 2007
Number produced None units
Average unit price $6 million
Wingspan 26.0 m â—‰
Length 14.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 407 km/h
Service ceiling 12,500 m
Max. takeoff weight 5,670 kg
Empty weight 4,650 kg
Wingspan 20.0 m â—‰
Length 4.8 m â—‰
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Performance Radar Chart

Photo of Eitan (Heron TP) by IAI.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is faster with a maximum speed of 407 km/h compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km/h, a difference of 407 km/h.
Which can fly higher, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher service ceiling at 12,500 meters (41,010 ft) compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The Eitan (Heron TP) has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,670 kg compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The Eitan (Heron TP) is longer at 14.0 meters compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 4.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the Eitan (Heron TP) or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-170 Sentinel entered service first in 2007, 3 years before the Eitan (Heron TP) which entered service in 2010.