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RQ-170 Sentinel vs Shahed 238

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Specifications
RQ-170 Sentinel Shahed 238
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇮🇷 Iran
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Lockheed Martin HESA
First flight 1 January 2005 1 September 2023
Year introduced 2007 2023
Number produced N/A N/A
Average unit price $6 million --
Wingspan 20.0 m -- m
Length 4.8 m -- m
Maximum speed -- km/h 600 km/h
Service ceiling 15,240 m -- m
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Overview

The RQ-170 Sentinel and the Shahed 238 are both Military Drones, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and HESA respectively.

The RQ-170 Sentinel first flew 18 years before the Shahed 238 (2005 vs 2023).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Shahed 238?
The Shahed 238 is faster with a maximum speed of 600 km/h compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km/h, a difference of 600 km/h.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Shahed 238?
The RQ-170 Sentinel has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Shahed 238's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is larger, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Shahed 238?
The RQ-170 Sentinel is longer at 4.8 meters compared to the Shahed 238's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Shahed 238?
The RQ-170 Sentinel entered service first in 2007, 16 years before the Shahed 238 which entered service in 2023.