RQ-21 Blackjack vs V-BAT
Overview
The RQ-21 Blackjack and the V-BAT are both Military Drones, manufactured by Insitu and Shield AI respectively.
Top speed is 170 km/h for the RQ-21 Blackjack vs 90 km/h for the V-BAT. The RQ-21 Blackjack operates at altitudes up to 5,900 m compared to 5,500 m for the V-BAT.
| American tactical unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 2010s, used for forward reconnaissance and intelligence gathering by naval and land forces. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Insitu |
| First flight | 28 July 2012 |
| Year introduced | 2014 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| American vertical take-off and landing reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, used for maritime and land-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance operations. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Shield AI |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 4.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 2.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 170 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 93 km |
| Service ceiling | 5,900 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 61 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 37 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 6 kW ◉ |
| Wingspan | 2.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 3.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 90 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | -- km |
| Service ceiling | 5,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 73 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-21 Blackjack or V-BAT?
The RQ-21 Blackjack is faster with a maximum speed of 170 km/h compared to the V-BAT's 90 km/h, a difference of 80 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-21 Blackjack or V-BAT?
The RQ-21 Blackjack has a longer range at 93 km compared to the V-BAT's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-21 Blackjack or V-BAT?
The RQ-21 Blackjack has a higher service ceiling at 5,900 meters (19,356 ft) compared to the V-BAT's 5,500 meters (18,044 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-21 Blackjack or V-BAT?
The V-BAT has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 73 kg compared to the RQ-21 Blackjack's 61 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-21 Blackjack or V-BAT?
The V-BAT is longer at 3.8 meters compared to the RQ-21 Blackjack's 2.5 meters.