MQ-20 Avenger vs X-47B

American jet-powered unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, designed for stealthy reconnaissance and strike missions.
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer General Atomics
First flight 4 April 2009
Year introduced --
Number produced 9 units
Average unit price $-- million
American unmanned combat aerial vehicle demonstrator, developed in the early 21st century for carrier-based operations and semi-autonomous flight.
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer Northrop Grumman
First flight 4 February 2011
Year introduced --
Number produced 2 units
Average unit price $406.5 million
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 20.0 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length 13.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 740 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,900 km â—‰
Service ceiling 15,240 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,255 kg â—‰
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 1 x 17 kN â—‰
Wing area 88.6 m²
Wingspan 18.9 m â—‰
Height 3.1 m
Length 11.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1102 km/h â—‰
Operational range 3,900 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,800 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 20,185 kg â—‰
Empty weight 13,080 kg
Total thrust 0 â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the MQ-20 Avenger or X-47B?
The X-47B is faster with a maximum speed of 1,102 km/h compared to the MQ-20 Avenger's 740 km/h, a difference of 362 km/h.
Which has longer range, the MQ-20 Avenger or X-47B?
The X-47B has a longer range at 3,900 km compared to the MQ-20 Avenger's 2,900 km.
Which can fly higher, the MQ-20 Avenger or X-47B?
The MQ-20 Avenger has a higher service ceiling at 15,240 meters (50,000 ft) compared to the X-47B's 12,800 meters (41,994 ft).
Which is heavier, the MQ-20 Avenger or X-47B?
The X-47B has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 20,185 kg compared to the MQ-20 Avenger's 8,255 kg.
Which is larger, the MQ-20 Avenger or X-47B?
The MQ-20 Avenger is longer at 13.0 meters compared to the X-47B's 11.6 meters.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the MQ-20 Avenger or X-47B?
The MQ-20 Avenger has been produced in greater numbers with 9 units compared to 2 units of the X-47B.