RQ-180 vs RQ-4 Global Hawk
Overview
The RQ-180 and the RQ-4 Global Hawk are both Military Drones, manufactured by Northrop Grumman and Northrop Grumman respectively.
The RQ-180 has an operational range of 22,000 km vs 22,800 km for the RQ-4 Global Hawk. The RQ-180 operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 18,000 m for the RQ-4 Global Hawk.
The RQ-4 Global Hawk first flew 12 years before the RQ-180 (1998 vs 2010).
| American stealth unmanned aerial vehicle surveillance aircraft, developed in the early 21st century, designed for penetrating contested airspace. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Northrop Grumman |
| First flight | 3 August 2010 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American HALE drone, widely deployed in the Iraq War and post-9/11 Afghanistan for surveillance and reconnaissance. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Northrop Grumman |
| First flight | 28 February 1998 |
| Year introduced | 2001 |
| Number produced | 40 units |
| Average unit price | $131 million |
| Wingspan | 40.0 m ◉ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 22,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Wingspan | 39.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 14.5 m |
| Maximum speed | 629 km/h |
| Operational range | 22,800 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 14,628 kg |
| Empty weight | 8,620 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-180 or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk is faster with a maximum speed of 629 km/h compared to the RQ-180's 0 km/h, a difference of 629 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-180 or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk has a longer range at 22,800 km compared to the RQ-180's 22,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-180 or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the RQ-180's 18,000 meters (59,055 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-180 or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 14,628 kg compared to the RQ-180's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-180 or RQ-4 Global Hawk?
The RQ-4 Global Hawk is longer at 14.5 meters compared to the RQ-180's 0.0 meters.