Wing Loong-10 vs Wing Loong I

Overview

The Wing Loong-10 and the Wing Loong I are both Military Drones, manufactured by AVIC and Chengdu respectively.

The Wing Loong-10 reaches 620 km/h — 2.2x the Wing Loong I's 280 km/h. The Wing Loong-10 operates at altitudes up to 15,000 m compared to 5,000 m for the Wing Loong I. At 3,200 kg MTOW, the Wing Loong-10 is 2.9x the Wing Loong I's 1,100 kg.

The Wing Loong I first flew 5 years before the Wing Loong-10 (2009 vs 2014).

Chinese high-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, designed for reconnaissance and precision strike missions.
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer AVIC
First flight 1 January 2014
Year introduced 2016
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Chinese medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, extensively utilized for surveillance and aerial reconnaissance missions.
Origin country 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Chengdu
First flight 1 January 2009
Year introduced 2011
Number produced 60 units
Average unit price $1 million
Wingspan 20.0 m
Height 3.7 m
Length 9.0 m
Maximum speed 620 km/h
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 15,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 3,200 kg
Empty weight 2,300 kg
Total thrust 1 x 10 kN
Wingspan 14.0 m
Height 2.8 m
Length 9.1 m
Maximum speed 280 km/h
Operational range 4,000 km
Service ceiling 5,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,100 kg
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 75 kW

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Wing Loong-10 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong-10 is faster with a maximum speed of 620 km/h compared to the Wing Loong I's 280 km/h, a difference of 340 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Wing Loong-10 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the Wing Loong-10's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Wing Loong-10 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong-10 has a higher service ceiling at 15,000 meters (49,212 ft) compared to the Wing Loong I's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the Wing Loong-10 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong-10 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,200 kg compared to the Wing Loong I's 1,100 kg.
Which is larger, the Wing Loong-10 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I is longer at 9.1 meters compared to the Wing Loong-10's 9.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Wing Loong-10 or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I entered service first in 2011, 5 years before the Wing Loong-10 which entered service in 2016.