MQ-1 Predator vs Taranis
American unmanned aerial vehicle, operational since 1995, notable for its use in major conflicts like Iraq and Afghanistan wars. | |
Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
Category | Military Drones |
Manufacturer | General Atomics |
First flight | 3 July 1994 |
Year introduced | 1995 |
Number produced | 360 units |
Average unit price | $4 million |
British stealth combat drone, developed in the 2010s, notable for its autonomous capabilities and as yet unreported in operational deployment. | |
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Origin country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
Category | Military Drones |
Manufacturer | BAE Systems |
First flight | 10 August 2013 |
Year introduced | -- |
Number produced | 1 units |
Average unit price | $220 million |
Wingspan | 14.8 m â—‰ |
Length | 8.2 m â—‰ |
Maximum speed | 217 km/h |
Operational range | 740 km |
Service ceiling | 7,620 m |
Max. takeoff weight | 1,020 kg |
Empty weight | 512 kg |
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Wingspan | 10.0 m â—‰ |
Length | 4.0 m â—‰ |
Maximum speed | -- km/h |
Operational range | -- km |
Service ceiling | -- m |
Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
Empty weight | -- kg |