Taranis vs X-47B

British stealth combat drone, developed in the 2010s, notable for its autonomous capabilities and as yet unreported in operational deployment.
Taranis UAV photo
Origin country 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer BAE Systems
First flight 10 August 2013
Year introduced --
Number produced 1 units
Average unit price $220 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 10.0 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length 4.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed -- km/h
Operational range -- km
Service ceiling 12,192 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight -- kg
Wing area 88.6 m²
Wingspan 18.9 m â—‰
Height 3.1 m
Length 11.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 1102 km/h
Operational range 3,900 km
Service ceiling 12,800 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 20,185 kg
Empty weight 13,080 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Taranis or X-47B?
The X-47B is faster with a maximum speed of 1,102 km/h compared to the Taranis's 0 km/h, a difference of 1,102 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Taranis or X-47B?
The X-47B has a longer range at 3,900 km compared to the Taranis's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the Taranis or X-47B?
The X-47B has a higher service ceiling at 12,800 meters (41,994 ft) compared to the Taranis's 12,192 meters (40,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Taranis or X-47B?
The X-47B has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 20,185 kg compared to the Taranis's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Taranis or X-47B?
The X-47B is longer at 11.6 meters compared to the Taranis's 4.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Taranis or X-47B?
The X-47B is more expensive at approximately $406 million per unit compared to the Taranis at $220 million.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Taranis or X-47B?
The X-47B has been produced in greater numbers with 2 units compared to 1 units of the Taranis.