Bayraktar TB2 vs Wing Loong II
The Bayraktar TB2 and the Wing Loong II are both Military Drones, manufactured by Baykar and CAIG / CASC respectively. Top speed is 222 km/h for the Bayraktar TB2 vs 370 km/h for the Wing Loong II. The Bayraktar TB2 has an operational range of 300 km vs 1,000 km for the Wing Loong II. The Wing Loong II operates at altitudes up to 9,000 m compared to 8,239 m for the Bayraktar TB2. At 4,200 kg MTOW, the Wing Loong II is 3.5x the Bayraktar TB2's 1,200 kg. The Bayraktar TB2 has been produced in 600 units vs 100 for the Wing Loong II. Unit cost is $5M for the Bayraktar TB2 vs $2M for the Wing Loong II. The Bayraktar TB2 first flew 3 years before the Wing Loong II (2014 vs 2017).
| Turkish armed drone, highly notable for its pivotal role in conflicts such as Nagorno-Karabakh, Syria, and Libya. | |
| Origin country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Baykar |
| First flight | 1 August 2014 |
| Year introduced | 2014 |
| Number produced | 600 units |
| Average unit price | $5 million |
| Chinese unmanned combat aerial vehicle, prominent in the 21st century, extensively deployed for surveillance and strike operations. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | CAIG / CASC |
| First flight | 1 February 2017 |
| Year introduced | 2018 |
| Number produced | 100 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Wingspan | 12.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 6.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 222 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 300 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,239 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 650 kg |
| Wingspan | 20.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 370 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,200 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | -- kg |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Bayraktar TB2 or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II is faster with a maximum speed of 370 km/h compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 222 km/h, a difference of 148 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Bayraktar TB2 or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 300 km.
Which can fly higher, the Bayraktar TB2 or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 8,239 meters (27,030 ft).
Which is heavier, the Bayraktar TB2 or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,200 kg compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 1,200 kg.
Which is larger, the Bayraktar TB2 or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the Bayraktar TB2's 6.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Bayraktar TB2 or Wing Loong II?
The Bayraktar TB2 is more expensive at approximately $5.0 million per unit compared to the Wing Loong II at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the Bayraktar TB2 or Wing Loong II?
The Bayraktar TB2 entered service first in 2014, 4 years before the Wing Loong II which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Bayraktar TB2 or Wing Loong II?
The Bayraktar TB2 has been produced in greater numbers with 600 units compared to 100 units of the Wing Loong II.