Kronshtadt Orion vs S-70 Okhotnik
The Kronshtadt Orion and the S-70 Okhotnik are both Military Drones, manufactured by Kronstadt Group and Novosibirsk Aircraft Production Association respectively. The S-70 Okhotnik reaches 1,000 km/h — 5.0x the Kronshtadt Orion's 200 km/h. The Kronshtadt Orion has an operational range of 1,440 km vs 6,000 km for the S-70 Okhotnik. The S-70 Okhotnik operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 7,500 m for the Kronshtadt Orion. At 25,000 kg MTOW, the S-70 Okhotnik is 22:1 the Kronshtadt Orion's 1,150 kg. The Kronshtadt Orion has been produced in 48 units vs 2 for the S-70 Okhotnik. The Kronshtadt Orion first flew 3 years before the S-70 Okhotnik (2016 vs 2019).
| Russian unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the 2010s, utilized for reconnaissance and strike missions in modern conflicts. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Kronstadt Group |
| First flight | 1 January 2016 |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Number produced | 48 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Russian stealth heavy unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, intended for reconnaissance and strike missions under the control of fifth-generation fighter pilots. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Novosibirsk Aircraft Production Association |
| First flight | 3 August 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2024 |
| Number produced | 2 units |
| Average unit price | $11.5 million |
| Wingspan | 16.0 m ◉ |
| Height | 3.0 m |
| Length | 8.0 m |
| Maximum speed | 200 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,440 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,500 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,150 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 1000 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 6,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 25,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 10,000 kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Kronshtadt Orion or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik is faster with a maximum speed of 1,000 km/h compared to the Kronshtadt Orion's 200 km/h, a difference of 800 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Kronshtadt Orion or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a longer range at 6,000 km compared to the Kronshtadt Orion's 1,440 km.
Which can fly higher, the Kronshtadt Orion or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Kronshtadt Orion's 7,500 meters (24,606 ft).
Which is heavier, the Kronshtadt Orion or S-70 Okhotnik?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 25,000 kg compared to the Kronshtadt Orion's 1,150 kg.
Which is larger, the Kronshtadt Orion or S-70 Okhotnik?
The Kronshtadt Orion is longer at 8.0 meters compared to the S-70 Okhotnik's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Kronshtadt Orion or S-70 Okhotnik?
The Kronshtadt Orion entered service first in 2020, 4 years before the S-70 Okhotnik which entered service in 2024.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kronshtadt Orion or S-70 Okhotnik?
The Kronshtadt Orion has been produced in greater numbers with 48 units compared to 2 units of the S-70 Okhotnik.