RQ-170 Sentinel vs TAI Anka
The RQ-170 Sentinel and the TAI Anka are both Military Drones, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Turkish Aerospace Industries respectively. The RQ-170 Sentinel operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 9,144 m for the TAI Anka. Unit cost is $6M for the RQ-170 Sentinel vs $30M for the TAI Anka. The RQ-170 Sentinel first flew 5 years before the TAI Anka (2005 vs 2010).
| 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 |
| Turkish medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle, introduced in 2010, utilized for surveillance, reconnaissance, and combat missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Turkish Aerospace Industries |
| First flight | 30 December 2010 |
| Year introduced | 2017 |
| Number produced | 102 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 4.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 17.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 217 km/h |
| Operational range | 2,500 km |
| Service ceiling | 9,144 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,700 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 130 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-170 Sentinel or TAI Anka?
The TAI Anka is faster with a maximum speed of 217 km/h compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km/h, a difference of 217 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-170 Sentinel or TAI Anka?
The TAI Anka has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-170 Sentinel or TAI Anka?
The RQ-170 Sentinel has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the TAI Anka's 9,144 meters (30,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-170 Sentinel or TAI Anka?
The TAI Anka has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,700 kg compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-170 Sentinel or TAI Anka?
The TAI Anka is longer at 8.6 meters compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 4.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the RQ-170 Sentinel or TAI Anka?
The TAI Anka is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel at $6.0 million.
Which entered service first, the RQ-170 Sentinel or TAI Anka?
The RQ-170 Sentinel entered service first in 2007, 10 years before the TAI Anka which entered service in 2017.