Switchblade 300 vs Wing Loong I
Overview
The Switchblade 300 and the Wing Loong I are both Military Drones, manufactured by AeroVironment and Chengdu respectively.
Top speed is 160 km/h for the Switchblade 300 vs 280 km/h for the Wing Loong I. The Switchblade 300 has an operational range of 10 km vs 4,000 km for the Wing Loong I. At 1,100 kg MTOW, the Wing Loong I is 183:1 the Switchblade 300's 6 kg.
The Switchblade 300 has been produced in 4,000 units vs 60 for the Wing Loong I. The Wing Loong I first flew 2 years before the Switchblade 300 (2009 vs 2011).
| American man-portable loitering munition, introduced in the early 2010s, used for precision strikes against personnel and light vehicles in various global conflicts. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | AeroVironment |
| First flight | 1 January 2011 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 4000 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Chinese medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, extensively utilized for surveillance and aerial reconnaissance missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Chengdu |
| First flight | 1 January 2009 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | 60 units |
| Average unit price | $1 million |
| Wingspan | -- m |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 0.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 160 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 10 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | -- m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 6 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 2.5 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m |
| Height | 2.8 m |
| Length | 9.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 280 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 4,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,100 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 75 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Switchblade 300 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I is faster with a maximum speed of 280 km/h compared to the Switchblade 300's 160 km/h, a difference of 120 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Switchblade 300 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the Switchblade 300's 10 km.
Which can fly higher, the Switchblade 300 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the Switchblade 300's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Switchblade 300 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,100 kg compared to the Switchblade 300's 6 kg.
Which is larger, the Switchblade 300 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I is longer at 9.1 meters compared to the Switchblade 300's 0.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Switchblade 300 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I entered service first in 2011, 0 years before the Switchblade 300 which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Switchblade 300 or Wing Loong I?
The Switchblade 300 has been produced in greater numbers with 4,000 units compared to 60 units of the Wing Loong I.