Orlan-10 vs ScanEagle
| Russian reconnaissance unarmed drone, extensively used in the 2022 Ukraine war. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Special Technology Center |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $0.1 million |
| American unmanned vehicle, operational since 2005, notable for surveillance in military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Boeing Insitu |
| First flight | 1 January 2000 |
| Year introduced | 2005 |
| Number produced | 1000 units |
| Average unit price | $3 million |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 2.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 150 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 110 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 16 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 9 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 3.1 m â—‰ |
| Length | 1.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 148 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 100 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,944 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 22 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 13 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 1 kW â—‰ |
Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Orlan-10 or ScanEagle?
The Orlan-10 is faster with a maximum speed of 150 km/h compared to the ScanEagle's 148 km/h, a difference of 2 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Orlan-10 or ScanEagle?
The Orlan-10 has a longer range at 110 km compared to the ScanEagle's 100 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orlan-10 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle has a higher service ceiling at 5,944 meters (19,501 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Orlan-10 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 22 kg compared to the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
Which is larger, the Orlan-10 or ScanEagle?
The Orlan-10 is longer at 2.0 meters compared to the ScanEagle's 1.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Orlan-10 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the Orlan-10 at $0.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Orlan-10 or ScanEagle?
The ScanEagle entered service first in 2005, 6 years before the Orlan-10 which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Orlan-10 or ScanEagle?
Both the Orlan-10 and ScanEagle have been produced in equal numbers with 1,000 units each.