ScanEagle vs Skeldar V-200

Overview

The ScanEagle and the Skeldar V-200 are both Military Drones, manufactured by Boeing Insitu and Saab respectively.

Top speed is 148 km/h for the ScanEagle vs 140 km/h for the Skeldar V-200. The ScanEagle has an operational range of 100 km vs 100 km for the Skeldar V-200. The ScanEagle operates at altitudes up to 5,944 m compared to 3,000 m for the Skeldar V-200. At 245 kg MTOW, the Skeldar V-200 is 11:1 the ScanEagle's 22 kg.

American unmanned vehicle, operational since 2005, notable for surveillance in military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 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
Swedish medium-range vertical takeoff and landing unmanned aerial vehicle helicopter, developed in the early 21st century, used for military surveillance, intelligence gathering, and light cargo transportation.
Origin country πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Sweden
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Saab
First flight --
Year introduced 2024
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Wingspan 3.1 m β—‰
Height -- m
Length 1.6 m β—‰
Maximum speed 148 km/h β—‰
Operational range 100 km β—‰
Service ceiling 5,944 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 22 kg β—‰
Empty weight 13 kg
Total thrust 1 x 1 kW β—‰
Wingspan 4.6 m β—‰
Height 1.3 m
Length 4.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 140 km/h β—‰
Operational range 100 km β—‰
Service ceiling 3,000 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 245 kg β—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 41 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the ScanEagle or Skeldar V-200?
The ScanEagle is faster with a maximum speed of 148 km/h compared to the Skeldar V-200's 140 km/h, a difference of 8 km/h.
Which has longer range, the ScanEagle or Skeldar V-200?
The Skeldar V-200 has a longer range at 100 km compared to the ScanEagle's 100 km.
Which can fly higher, the ScanEagle or Skeldar V-200?
The ScanEagle has a higher service ceiling at 5,944 meters (19,501 ft) compared to the Skeldar V-200's 3,000 meters (9,842 ft).
Which is heavier, the ScanEagle or Skeldar V-200?
The Skeldar V-200 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 245 kg compared to the ScanEagle's 22 kg.
Which is larger, the ScanEagle or Skeldar V-200?
The Skeldar V-200 is longer at 4.0 meters compared to the ScanEagle's 1.6 meters.
Which entered service first, the ScanEagle or Skeldar V-200?
The ScanEagle entered service first in 2005, 19 years before the Skeldar V-200 which entered service in 2024.