MQ-9 Reaper vs Sokol Altius
| American unmanned aerial vehicle, notable for extensive use in Middle East conflicts since the 21st century. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | General Atomics |
| First flight | 1 February 2001 |
| Year introduced | 2007 |
| Number produced | 300 units |
| Average unit price | $30 million |
| Russian unmanned aerial vehicle, introduced in 2019, with high-altitude, long-endurance operations yet to be operationally deployed. | |
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| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | OKB Sokol |
| First flight | 20 August 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2012 |
| Number produced | 3 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 300 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,850 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,760 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2,223 kg |
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| Wingspan | 28.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 350 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 10,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
Performance Radar Chart
Photo of Sokol Altius by Роман Барский.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the MQ-9 Reaper or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius is faster with a maximum speed of 350 km/h compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 300 km/h, a difference of 50 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-9 Reaper or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius has a longer range at 10,000 km compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 1,850 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-9 Reaper or Sokol Altius?
The MQ-9 Reaper has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Sokol Altius's 12,000 meters (39,370 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-9 Reaper or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 6,000 kg compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 4,760 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-9 Reaper or Sokol Altius?
The Sokol Altius is longer at 11.6 meters compared to the MQ-9 Reaper's 11.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the MQ-9 Reaper or Sokol Altius?
The MQ-9 Reaper entered service first in 2007, 5 years before the Sokol Altius which entered service in 2012.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-9 Reaper or Sokol Altius?
The MQ-9 Reaper has been produced in greater numbers with 300 units compared to 3 units of the Sokol Altius.