MQ-4 Triton vs RQ-170 Sentinel
Overview
The MQ-4 Triton and the RQ-170 Sentinel are both Military Drones, manufactured by Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin respectively.
The MQ-4 Triton operates at altitudes up to 16,800 m compared to 15,240 m for the RQ-170 Sentinel.
Unit cost is $180M for the MQ-4 Triton vs $6M for the RQ-170 Sentinel. The RQ-170 Sentinel first flew 8 years before the MQ-4 Triton (2005 vs 2013).
| American unmanned surveillance aircraft, known for deployments in persistent maritime ISR missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Northrop Grumman |
| First flight | 22 May 2013 |
| Year introduced | 2013 |
| Number produced | 30 units |
| Average unit price | $180 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 | N/A |
| Average unit price | $6 million |
| Wingspan | 39.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 14.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 610 km/h |
| Operational range | 15,200 km |
| Service ceiling | 16,800 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 14,628 kg |
| Empty weight | 6,781 kg |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-4 Triton or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The MQ-4 Triton is faster with a maximum speed of 610 km/h compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km/h, a difference of 610 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-4 Triton or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The MQ-4 Triton has a longer range at 15,200 km compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-4 Triton or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher service ceiling at 16,800 meters (55,118 ft) compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 15,240 meters (50,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-4 Triton or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The MQ-4 Triton has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 14,628 kg compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-4 Triton or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The MQ-4 Triton is longer at 14.5 meters compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 4.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the MQ-4 Triton or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The MQ-4 Triton is more expensive at approximately $180 million per unit compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel at $6.0 million.
Which entered service first, the MQ-4 Triton or RQ-170 Sentinel?
The RQ-170 Sentinel entered service first in 2007, 6 years before the MQ-4 Triton which entered service in 2013.