RQ-170 Sentinel vs Sokol Altius
Overview
The RQ-170 Sentinel and the Sokol Altius are both Military Drones, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and OKB Sokol respectively.
The RQ-170 Sentinel operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 12,000 m for the Sokol Altius.
The RQ-170 Sentinel first flew 14 years before the Sokol Altius (2005 vs 2019).
| 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 |
| Russian unmanned aerial vehicle, introduced in 2019, with high-altitude, long-endurance operations yet to be operationally deployed. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | OKB Sokol |
| First flight | 20 August 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2012 |
| Number produced | 3 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| 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 |
| Wingspan | 28.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 350 km/h |
| Operational range | 10,000 km |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,000 kg |
| Empty weight | 6,000 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius is faster with a maximum speed of 350 km/h compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km/h, a difference of 350 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius has a longer range at 10,000 km compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Sokol Altius?
The RQ-170 Sentinel has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Sokol Altius's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,000 kg compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius is longer at 11.6 meters compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 4.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Sokol Altius?
The RQ-170 Sentinel entered service first in 2007, 5 years before the Sokol Altius which entered service in 2012.