S-70 Okhotnik vs XQ-58 Valkyrie
| Russian stealth heavy unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the early 21st century, intended for reconnaissance and strike missions under the control of fifth-generation fighter pilots. | |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Novosibirsk Aircraft Production Association |
| First flight | 3 August 2019 |
| Year introduced | 2024 |
| Number produced | 2 units |
| Average unit price | $11.5 million |
| American experimental stealth unmanned combat aerial vehicle, developed in the late 2010s, designed to serve as a loyal wingman for manned fighter aircraft. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Drones |
| Manufacturer | Kratos |
| First flight | 5 March 2019 |
| Year introduced | -- |
| Number produced | None units |
| Average unit price | $4 million |
| Wingspan | 20.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | -- m |
| Maximum speed | 1000 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 6,000 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 25,000 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 10,000 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 0 â—‰ |
| Wingspan | 8.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.1 m |
| Maximum speed | 1048 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 5,600 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 14,000 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,722 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,134 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 8 kN â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the S-70 Okhotnik or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The XQ-58 Valkyrie is faster with a maximum speed of 1,048 km/h compared to the S-70 Okhotnik's 1,000 km/h, a difference of 48 km/h.
Which has longer range, the S-70 Okhotnik or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a longer range at 6,000 km compared to the XQ-58 Valkyrie's 5,600 km.
Which can fly higher, the S-70 Okhotnik or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a higher service ceiling at 18,000 meters (59,055 ft) compared to the XQ-58 Valkyrie's 14,000 meters (45,931 ft).
Which is heavier, the S-70 Okhotnik or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The S-70 Okhotnik has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 25,000 kg compared to the XQ-58 Valkyrie's 2,722 kg.
Which is larger, the S-70 Okhotnik or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The XQ-58 Valkyrie is longer at 9.1 meters compared to the S-70 Okhotnik's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the S-70 Okhotnik or XQ-58 Valkyrie?
The S-70 Okhotnik is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the XQ-58 Valkyrie at $4.0 million.