Tu-123 Yastreb vs Tu-143 Reys
Overview
The Tu-123 Yastreb and the Tu-143 Reys are both Military Drones, manufactured by Tupolev and Tupolev respectively.
The Tu-123 Yastreb reaches 2,700 km/h — 2.8x the Tu-143 Reys's 950 km/h. The Tu-123 Yastreb has an operational range of 3,200 km vs 200 km for the Tu-143 Reys. The Tu-123 Yastreb operates at altitudes up to 22,800 m compared to 5,000 m for the Tu-143 Reys. At 35,610 kg MTOW, the Tu-123 Yastreb is 29:1 the Tu-143 Reys's 1,230 kg.
The Tu-123 Yastreb has been produced in 52 units vs 950 for the Tu-143 Reys. The Tu-123 Yastreb first flew 7 years before the Tu-143 Reys (1963 vs 1970).
| Soviet long-range high-altitude supersonic strategic unmanned reconnaissance drone, introduced in the mid-1960s and used for intelligence gathering over Europe. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 1 December 1963 |
| Year introduced | 1964 |
| Number produced | 52 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Soviet unmanned reconnaissance aircraft from 1970s used for tactical reconnaissance missions | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Tupolev |
| First flight | 1 January 1970 |
| Year introduced | 1976 |
| Number produced | 950 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 8.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.8 m ◉ |
| Length | 27.8 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2700 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 3,200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 22,800 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 35,610 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 11,450 kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 98 kN ◉ |
| Wingspan | 2.2 m ◉ |
| Height | 1.5 m ◉ |
| Length | 8.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 950 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,230 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Tu-123 Yastreb or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-123 Yastreb is faster with a maximum speed of 2,700 km/h compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 950 km/h, a difference of 1,750 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Tu-123 Yastreb or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-123 Yastreb has a longer range at 3,200 km compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 200 km.
Which can fly higher, the Tu-123 Yastreb or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-123 Yastreb has a higher service ceiling at 22,800 meters (74,803 ft) compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Tu-123 Yastreb or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-123 Yastreb has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 35,610 kg compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 1,230 kg.
Which is larger, the Tu-123 Yastreb or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-123 Yastreb is longer at 27.8 meters compared to the Tu-143 Reys's 8.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the Tu-123 Yastreb or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-123 Yastreb entered service first in 1964, 12 years before the Tu-143 Reys which entered service in 1976.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Tu-123 Yastreb or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has been produced in greater numbers with 950 units compared to 52 units of the Tu-123 Yastreb.