CH-5 Rainbow vs Wing Loong I
| Chinese combat drone extensively deployed for surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | CASC |
| First flight | 1 August 2015 |
| Year introduced | 2015 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $8 million |
| 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 | 21.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 480 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,300 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 14.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 2.8 m |
| Length | 9.1 m |
| Maximum speed | 280 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 4,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,100 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 75 kW â—‰ |
Performance Radar Chart
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CH-5 Rainbow or Wing Loong I?
The CH-5 Rainbow is faster with a maximum speed of 480 km/h compared to the Wing Loong I's 280 km/h, a difference of 200 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CH-5 Rainbow or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I has a longer range at 4,000 km compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 2,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-5 Rainbow or Wing Loong I?
The CH-5 Rainbow has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the Wing Loong I's 5,000 meters (16,404 ft).
Which is heavier, the CH-5 Rainbow or Wing Loong I?
The CH-5 Rainbow has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,300 kg compared to the Wing Loong I's 1,100 kg.
Which is larger, the CH-5 Rainbow or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I is longer at 9.1 meters compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CH-5 Rainbow or Wing Loong I?
The CH-5 Rainbow is more expensive at approximately $8.0 million per unit compared to the Wing Loong I at $1.0 million.
Which entered service first, the CH-5 Rainbow or Wing Loong I?
The Wing Loong I entered service first in 2011, 4 years before the CH-5 Rainbow which entered service in 2015.