CH-4 Rainbow vs Wing Loong II
The CH-4 Rainbow and the Wing Loong II are both Military Drones, manufactured by CASC and CAIG / CASC respectively. Top speed is 435 km/h for the CH-4 Rainbow vs 370 km/h for the Wing Loong II. The CH-4 Rainbow has an operational range of 250 km vs 1,000 km for the Wing Loong II. The Wing Loong II operates at altitudes up to 9,000 m compared to 7,620 m for the CH-4 Rainbow. At 4,200 kg MTOW, the Wing Loong II is 3.2x the CH-4 Rainbow's 1,330 kg. Unit cost is $2M for the CH-4 Rainbow vs $2M for the Wing Loong II. The CH-4 Rainbow first flew 7 years before the Wing Loong II (2010 vs 2017).
| Chinese unmanned combat aerial vehicle, significant for deployments in Iraq and Saudi Arabia, utilized extensively for surveillance and strike missions. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | CASC |
| First flight | 1 January 2010 |
| Year introduced | 2011 |
| Number produced | N/A |
| Average unit price | $2 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 | 18.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 8.5 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 435 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 250 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,330 kg â—‰ |
| 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—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the CH-4 Rainbow or Wing Loong II?
The CH-4 Rainbow is faster with a maximum speed of 435 km/h compared to the Wing Loong II's 370 km/h, a difference of 65 km/h.
Which has longer range, the CH-4 Rainbow or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II has a longer range at 1,000 km compared to the CH-4 Rainbow's 250 km.
Which can fly higher, the CH-4 Rainbow or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the CH-4 Rainbow's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the CH-4 Rainbow or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,200 kg compared to the CH-4 Rainbow's 1,330 kg.
Which is larger, the CH-4 Rainbow or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II is longer at 11.0 meters compared to the CH-4 Rainbow's 8.5 meters.
Which is more expensive, the CH-4 Rainbow or Wing Loong II?
The Wing Loong II is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the CH-4 Rainbow at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the CH-4 Rainbow or Wing Loong II?
The CH-4 Rainbow entered service first in 2011, 7 years before the Wing Loong II which entered service in 2018.