Wing Loong II vs WZ-7 Soaring Dragon
The Wing Loong II and the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon are both Military Drones, manufactured by CAIG / CASC and Guizhou respectively. The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon reaches 750 km/h — 2.0x the Wing Loong II's 370 km/h. The Wing Loong II has an operational range of 1,000 km vs 7,000 km for the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon. The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon operates at altitudes up to 18,000 m compared to 9,000 m for the Wing Loong II. The Wing Loong II has been produced in 100 units vs 20 for the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon.
| 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 |
| Chinese high-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, primarily used for aerial reconnaissance and maritime targeting. | |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Guizhou |
| First flight | -- |
| Year introduced | 2018 |
| Number produced | 20 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wingspan | 20.5 m ◉ |
| Height | -- m |
| Length | 11.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 370 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 9,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,200 kg |
| Total thrust | 0 ◉ |
| Wingspan | 24.9 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.4 m |
| Length | 14.3 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 750 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 7,000 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | -- kg |
| Total thrust | 1 x 43 kN ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the Wing Loong II or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon is faster with a maximum speed of 750 km/h compared to the Wing Loong II's 370 km/h, a difference of 380 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Wing Loong II or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon has a longer range at 7,000 km compared to the Wing Loong II's 1,000 km.
Which can fly higher, the Wing Loong II or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the Wing Loong II's 9,000 meters (29,527 ft).
Which is heavier, the Wing Loong II or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The Wing Loong II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 4,200 kg compared to the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Wing Loong II or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon is longer at 14.3 meters compared to the Wing Loong II's 11.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Wing Loong II or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The WZ-7 Soaring Dragon entered service first in 2018, 0 years before the Wing Loong II which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Wing Loong II or WZ-7 Soaring Dragon?
The Wing Loong II has been produced in greater numbers with 100 units compared to 20 units of the WZ-7 Soaring Dragon.