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Taranis vs X-47B

Taranis vs X-47B at a glance — built 1 vs 2 units.

Specifications
Taranis X-47B
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer BAE Systems Northrop Grumman
First flight 10 August 2013 4 February 2011
Year introduced -- --
Number produced 1 units 2 units
Average unit price $220 million $406.5 million
Wing area -- m² 88.6 m²
Wingspan 10.0 m 18.9 m
Height -- m 3.1 m
Length 4.0 m 11.6 m
Maximum speed -- km/h 1102 km/h
Operational range -- km 3,900 km
Service ceiling 12,192 m 12,800 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 20,185 kg
Empty weight -- kg 13,080 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which can fly higher, the Taranis or X-47B?
The X-47B has a higher service ceiling at 12,800 meters (41,994 ft) compared to the Taranis's 12,192 meters (40,000 ft).
Which is larger, the Taranis or X-47B?
The X-47B is longer at 11.6 meters compared to the Taranis's 4.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Taranis or X-47B?
The X-47B is more expensive at approximately $406 million per unit compared to the Taranis at $220 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Taranis or X-47B?
The X-47B has been produced in greater numbers with 2 units compared to 1 units of the Taranis.