MQ-1 Predator vs RQ-5 Hunter
Overview
The MQ-1 Predator and the RQ-5 Hunter are both Military Drones, manufactured by General Atomics and Northrop Grumman respectively.
Top speed is 217 km/h for the MQ-1 Predator vs 170 km/h for the RQ-5 Hunter. The MQ-1 Predator has an operational range of 1,250 km vs 125 km for the RQ-5 Hunter. The MQ-1 Predator operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 5,500 m for the RQ-5 Hunter.
The MQ-1 Predator has been produced in 360 units vs 20 for the RQ-5 Hunter.
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, operational since 1995, notable for its use in major conflicts like Iraq and Afghanistan wars. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 3 July 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1995 |
| Number produced | 360 units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Israeli-designed short-range tactical unmanned aerial vehicle, introduced in the mid-1990s, used for aerial reconnaissance, surveillance, and light precision strike operations. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Northrop Grumman |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 1995 |
| Number produced | 20 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 14.8 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 8.2 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 217 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,250 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,020 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 512 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 10.6 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.9 m |
| Length | 7.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 170 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 125 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 885 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 2 x 21 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-1 Predator or RQ-5 Hunter?
The MQ-1 Predator is faster with a maximum speed of 217 km/h compared to the RQ-5 Hunter's 170 km/h, a difference of 47 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-1 Predator or RQ-5 Hunter?
The MQ-1 Predator has a longer range at 1,250 km compared to the RQ-5 Hunter's 125 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-1 Predator or RQ-5 Hunter?
The MQ-1 Predator has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the RQ-5 Hunter's 5,500 meters (18,044 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-1 Predator or RQ-5 Hunter?
The MQ-1 Predator has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,020 kg compared to the RQ-5 Hunter's 885 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-1 Predator or RQ-5 Hunter?
The MQ-1 Predator is longer at 8.2 meters compared to the RQ-5 Hunter's 7.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the MQ-1 Predator or RQ-5 Hunter?
The RQ-5 Hunter entered service first in 1995, 0 years before the MQ-1 Predator which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-1 Predator or RQ-5 Hunter?
The MQ-1 Predator has been produced in greater numbers with 360 units compared to 20 units of the RQ-5 Hunter.