Hermes 900 vs TAI Anka

Israeli larger MALE drone, widely used around the world for reconnaissance.
Picture of Hermes 900
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Elbit
First flight 9 December 2009
Year introduced 2012
Number produced 200 units
Average unit price $6.8 million
Turkish medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle, introduced in 2010, utilized for surveillance, reconnaissance, and combat missions.
Origin country 🇹🇷 Turkey
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Turkish Aerospace Industries
First flight 30 December 2010
Year introduced 2017
Number produced 102 units
Average unit price $30 million
Wingspan 15.0 m â—‰
Length 8.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 220 km/h â—‰
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 9,100 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,400 kg â—‰
Empty weight 950 kg
Total thrust 1 x 160 kW â—‰
Profile drawing of Elbit Hermes 900
Wingspan 17.5 m â—‰
Length 8.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 217 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,500 km
Service ceiling 9,144 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,700 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 130 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Hermes 900 or TAI Anka?
The Hermes 900 is faster with a maximum speed of 220 km/h compared to the TAI Anka's 217 km/h, a difference of 3 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Hermes 900 or TAI Anka?
The TAI Anka has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Hermes 900's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Hermes 900 or TAI Anka?
The TAI Anka has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the Hermes 900's 9,100 meters (29,855 ft).
Which is heavier, the Hermes 900 or TAI Anka?
The TAI Anka has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,700 kg compared to the Hermes 900's 1,400 kg.
Which is larger, the Hermes 900 or TAI Anka?
The TAI Anka is longer at 8.6 meters compared to the Hermes 900's 8.3 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Hermes 900 or TAI Anka?
The TAI Anka is more expensive at approximately $30 million per unit compared to the Hermes 900 at $6.8 million.
Which entered service first, the Hermes 900 or TAI Anka?
The Hermes 900 entered service first in 2012, 5 years before the TAI Anka which entered service in 2017.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Hermes 900 or TAI Anka?
The Hermes 900 has been produced in greater numbers with 200 units compared to 102 units of the TAI Anka.