RQ-170 Sentinel vs Tu-143 Reys
Overview
The RQ-170 Sentinel and the Tu-143 Reys are both Military Drones, manufactured by Lockheed Martin and Tupolev respectively.
The RQ-170 Sentinel operates at altitudes up to 15,240 m compared to 5,000 m for the Tu-143 Reys.
The Tu-143 Reys first flew 35 years before the RQ-170 Sentinel (1970 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 |
| Soviet unmanned reconnaissance aircraft from 1970s used for tactical reconnaissance missions | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 1 January 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 950 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 15,240 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Wingspan | 2.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.5 m |
| Length | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 950 km/h |
| Operational range | 200 km |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,230 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km/h, a difference of 950 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a longer range at 200 km compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Tu-143 Reys?
The RQ-170 Sentinel has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,230 kg compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is longer at 8.1 meters compared to the RQ-170 Sentinel's 4.8 meters.
Which entered service first, the RQ-170 Sentinel or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys entered service first in 1976, 31 years before the RQ-170 Sentinel which entered service in 2007.