Orlan-10 vs Tu-143 Reys

Russian reconnaissance unarmed drone, extensively used in the 2022 Ukraine war.
Picture of Orlan-10
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Special Technology Center
First flight 1 January 2011
Year introduced 2011
Number produced 1000 units
Average unit price $0.1 million
Soviet unmanned reconnaissance aircraft from 1970s used for tactical reconnaissance missions
Picture of Tu-143 Reys
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Tupolev
First flight 1 January 1970
Year introduced 1976
Number produced 950 units
Average unit price $-- million
Wingspan 3.1 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length 2.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 150 km/h â—‰
Operational range 110 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 16 kg â—‰
Empty weight 9 kg
Wingspan 2.2 m â—‰
Height 1.5 m
Length 8.1 m â—‰
Maximum speed 950 km/h â—‰
Operational range 200 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,230 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg

Performance Radar Chart

Photo of Tu-143 Reys by Ukraine Ministry of Defence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Orlan-10 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is faster with a maximum speed of 950 km/h compared to the Orlan-10's 150 km/h, a difference of 800 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Orlan-10 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a longer range at 200 km compared to the Orlan-10's 110 km.
Which can fly higher, the Orlan-10 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a higher service ceiling at 5,000 meters (16,404 ft) compared to the Orlan-10's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Orlan-10 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,230 kg compared to the Orlan-10's 16 kg.
Which is larger, the Orlan-10 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys is longer at 8.1 meters compared to the Orlan-10's 2.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Orlan-10 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Tu-143 Reys entered service first in 1976, 35 years before the Orlan-10 which entered service in 2011.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Orlan-10 or Tu-143 Reys?
The Orlan-10 has been produced in greater numbers with 1,000 units compared to 950 units of the Tu-143 Reys.