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RQ-170 Sentinel vs Sokol Altius

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Specifications
RQ-170 Sentinel Sokol Altius
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Lockheed Martin OKB Sokol
First flight 1 January 2005 20 August 2019
Year introduced 2007 2012
Number produced N/A 3 units
Average unit price $6 million --
Wingspan 20.0 m 28.5 m
Length 4.8 m 11.6 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 350 km/h
Operational range -- km 10,000 km
Service ceiling 15,240 m 12,000 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 6,000 kg
Empty weight -- kg 6,000 kg
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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).

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.