RQ-7 Shadow vs Tu-143 Reys
Overview
The RQ-7 Shadow and the Tu-143 Reys are both Military Drones, manufactured by AAI Corporation and Tupolev respectively.
The Tu-143 Reys reaches 950 km/h — 4.8x the RQ-7 Shadow's 200 km/h. The RQ-7 Shadow has an operational range of 109 km vs 200 km for the Tu-143 Reys. The Tu-143 Reys operates at altitudes up to 5,000 m compared to 4,600 m for the RQ-7 Shadow. At 1,230 kg MTOW, the Tu-143 Reys is 7.2x the RQ-7 Shadow's 170 kg.
The RQ-7 Shadow has been produced in 500 units vs 950 for the Tu-143 Reys. The Tu-143 Reys first flew 21 years before the RQ-7 Shadow (1970 vs 1991).
| American reconnaissance drone, integral to operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, recognized for its surveillance and target acquisition roles. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AAI Corporation |
| First flight | 1 January 1991 |
| Year introduced | 2002 |
| Number produced | 500 units |
| Average unit price | $750K |
| 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 | 3.9 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 3.4 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 109 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 4,600 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 170 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 86 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 ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the RQ-7 Shadow or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 200 km/h, a difference of 750 km/h.
Which has longer range, the RQ-7 Shadow or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a longer range at 200 km compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 109 km.
Which can fly higher, the RQ-7 Shadow or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 4,600 meters (15,091 ft).
Which is heavier, the RQ-7 Shadow or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,230 kg compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 170 kg.
Which is larger, the RQ-7 Shadow or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is longer at 8.1 meters compared to the RQ-7 Shadow's 3.4 meters.
Which entered service first, the RQ-7 Shadow or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys entered service first in 1976, 26 years before the RQ-7 Shadow which entered service in 2002.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the RQ-7 Shadow or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has been produced in greater numbers with 950 units compared to 500 units of the RQ-7 Shadow.