RQ-170 Sentinel vs ScanEagle
Overview
The RQ-170 Sentinel and the ScanEagle are both Military Drones, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Boeing Insitu respectively.
The RQ-170 Sentinel operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 5,944 m for the ScanEagle.
Unit cost is $6M for the RQ-170 Sentinel vs $3M for the ScanEagle. The ScanEagle first flew 5 years before the RQ-170 Sentinel (2000 vs 2005).
| 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 |
| American unmanned vehicle, operational since 2005, notable for surveillance in military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Boeing Insitu |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $3 million |
| 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 |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m ◉ |
| Length | 1.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 148 km/h |
| Operational range | 100 km |
| Service ceiling | 5,944 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22 kg |
| Empty weight | 13 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-170 Sentinel or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle is faster with a maximum speed of 148 km/h compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km/h, a difference of 148 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-170 Sentinel or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle has a longer range at 100 km compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-170 Sentinel or ScanEagle?
The RQ-170 Sentinel has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the ScanEagle's 5,944 meters (19,501 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-170 Sentinel or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 22 kg compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-170 Sentinel or ScanEagle?
The RQ-170 Sentinel is longer at 4.8 meters compared to the ScanEagle's 1.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the RQ-170 Sentinel or ScanEagle?
The RQ-170 Sentinel is more expensive at approximately $6.0 million per unit compared to the ScanEagle at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the RQ-170 Sentinel or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle entered service first in 2005, 2 years before the RQ-170 Sentinel which entered service in 2007.